Kent · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Marley, Kent
We bring a hog roast for the crew across Marley and Kent, roasting on site and carving to order.
- Shoots on location
- Extended shoot days
- Music video days
Film set catering for Marley
Film set catering in Marley, slow-roasted on site
The roaster cooks outdoors under cover, away from equipment and trucks, agreed with the location manager. Typical bookings include rural locations and crew thank-you days, with a vegan option, new potatoes and rotisserie chicken.
Near Marley, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
- Post allergen details at base
We serve quickly on the call.
Ask about china.
How the day works
We arrive hours before you want to eat, since slow roasting can’t be rushed. The smell usually brings people over long before we carve. Summer shoots near Marley have light until about 9:15pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- Tell us the base location.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We cook at base.
- Service is quick.
- We tidy up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Get a quote
When you’re weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Also near Marley
Other occasions in Marley
Location catering around Marley
Marley is about 3 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. We cater shoots at gardens, car parks, yards and venues around Marley. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Walmer Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Goodnestone Park (5 miles west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. For cast and crew travelling by train, the nearest station is Sandwich station, about 2.5 miles north. The coast is within about 3 miles of Marley, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will eat.
Wherever your shoot is in CT14, we can bring the roaster to you. That could mean a shoot in a garden on Broad Lane and Marley Lane, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Marley, we also cover Finglesham (1 mile north-east), Hacklinge (1 mile north-east), Northbourne (1 mile south), Ham (1 mile north-west) and Sholden Meadows (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Sandown Castle (2.7 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (2.6 miles east). The countryside around Marley includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local schools include Sandwich Technology School (2.1 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Why choose film set catering in Marley?
A slow roast can wait a little.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Marley. Typical bookings include:
- Commercials and music videos
- Long shoot days
- Rural locations
- Crew appreciation lunches
Marley is about 65 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- Travel and any London charges
What the cooking area needs
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- One contact for the day
- A level spot at base for the roaster
- A route for our vehicle
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Hog roast rolls
What comes off the roaster
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes to make it a proper meal.
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, roasted until golden.
FAQs for Marley
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Marley close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you serve the food?
You don’t need anyone else: our chef carves and our team serves and clears.
What does the production need from you?
Every production is different; share your list and we will respond.
Can you be flexible on serving time?
We work back from when you want to eat, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
How do we prepare?
Just the agreed spot and a contact on the day. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
Can you serve at our lunch call?
Yes. Tell us the lunch time and a contact on the day, and we will be ready.
Can you do gluten-free?
We can provide gluten-free rolls if you ask. Stuffing usually contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Marquee suppliers usually set distances for cooking equipment, so tell them a hog roast is coming. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many people are eating
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The journey to the venue
A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Every shoot is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
A hog roast compared with other options
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering, for a wrap or a milestone. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- An itemised quote
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away