Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Hassell Street
Slow-roasted, carved in front of you and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Hassell Street and across Kent.
- Rural locations
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Location shoots
A hog roast near Hassell Street
Events we cater in Hassell Street
There are options for non-pork eaters.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast in Hassell Street. Here are some of the most popular:
- Base catering
- Countryside locations
- Wrap days
- Milestone days on set
For cast and crew travelling by train, Wye station is about 2.7 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- The full menu and the sides
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Staffing on the day
How our film set catering works in Hassell Street
Crew numbers can be large, and carving serves a crowd fast. Rolls or plates, salads and potatoes make a proper lunch. We’re often asked to cater commercials and music videos and lunch at base, with rotisserie chicken, spit-roast lamb and new potatoes.
For a shoot in a place like Hassell Street, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
What affects the price in Hassell Street
There’s no fixed price list, because every shoot is different. The main factors are:
- The serving time and how long we’re on site
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Dietary requirements
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the date, where the shoot is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue, one roast serves everyone together. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why book our hog roast in Hassell Street
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
See our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
How the day works
We roast under cover, so a shower will not spoil the food. Your crew will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. Because the roast starts early, and in December Hassell Street is dark by about 3:50pm, so we may set up under lights.
- Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- The roast starts early.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We clear our spot.
Before we arrive
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Give us a contact number for the day
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What comes off the roaster
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which suits bigger events.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so nobody misses out.
Before you choose a spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A route for our vehicle
- Approval from locations
- A named contact at base
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Rotisserie chicken
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
Crew catering near Hassell Street
Hassell Street is about 6 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. We cater shoots of every size in Hassell Street. Hassell Street is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Hassell Street to Canterbury (about 8 miles away).
Central London is about 52 miles from Hassell Street, within easy reach for London-based crews. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Hassell Street, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area, and we can cater your shoot anywhere in it. Other places close to Hassell Street we cover include Folly Town (1 mile south), Hastingleigh (1 mile south), Brook (2 miles south-west), Wye (2 miles west) and Brabourne (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (6 miles south-west), Canterbury (8 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (12 miles north) and Faversham (10 miles north-west).
A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (4.2 miles south-west) and Chilham Castle (4.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
- Local pubs include The Woodmans Arms (within half a mile west)
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Keep vegetarian food labelled
A cooked roast can wait.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
For event organisers in Hassell Street
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Many venues set rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Ask early, and pass on anything they need from us.
FAQs for Hassell Street
Is Hassell Street too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What’s the nearest station to Hassell Street?
The closest is Wye station, roughly 2.7 miles away.
Do you need much space at base?
At base, on level ground. Locations will confirm the spot.
What comes with the hog roast?
Pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling in a soft roll. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Where does the hog roast go?
Roughly the footprint of a gazebo or two, on level ground, well clear of walls, tents and branches. We’ll check it with you before booking.
What happens in bad weather?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. Somewhere covered for people to eat helps.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we’ll check.
Nearby places to Hassell Street
Also in Hassell Street
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away