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Hog Roast for Film Crews in North Halling, Medway
Looking for a hog roast for the crew in North Halling? The roaster comes to your venue, home or workplace and cooks under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Crew appreciation lunches
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Extended shoot days
Slow-roasted pork in North Halling
About our film set catering in North Halling
Crews in North Halling work long days, and lunch needs to be hot and on time. A hog roast works well at base: it roasts through the morning and is carved fast when lunch is called. For period drama shoots and long days on set, we’ll put together a menu of hog roast rolls, rotisserie chicken and spit-roast lamb.
Rural locations near North Halling can be a long way from food, so hot food at base is a big help. Our chef carves in front of your crew, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
About the food
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb roasted on the spit is a lovely alternative to pork, especially for crew who don’t eat pork.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we’ll bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
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What affects the price in North Halling
There’s no fixed price list, because every shoot is different. What matters most:
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
- Crockery choices
- Which meats and sides you choose
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, and the quote reflects that.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- What the outdoor space is like
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Most people love a hog roast, but it’s pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Halal isn’t offered
- Post allergen details at base
- Tell us who does not eat pork
We pack away straight after service.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
Step by step
The roaster is gas-fired, so cooking doesn’t depend on mains power; a nearby socket helps with lights if service runs into the evening. In December, daylight in North Halling ends around 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. Summer shoots have daylight until about 9:20pm.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We confirm access and send a price.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We clear our spot.
Before we arrive
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
- Think about shelter for your crew
Ask for a quote
When you’re weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Next to grilling to order, one roast serves everyone together. Published UK guides give a wide range for hog roast catering, from around £10 a head for a basic roll to £20 or more with sides and service. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Why North Halling hosts choose us
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Planned to your running order
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Carved to order by a chef
See our pricing or the cost guide.
What the cooking area needs
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Before booking, check:
- A route for our vehicle
- Flat ground at the unit base
- The location manager’s agreement
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in North Halling
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
North Halling: your questions answered
Can you do a hog roast in Nashenden Down?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first.
How far is North Halling from London?
About 25 miles from central London.
Where does the hog roast go?
A flat, open spot outside, plus a step-free route to wheel the equipment in. A photo helps.
Do you serve the food?
No need for your own staff: we carve, serve and tidy up.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
No, the roast is always cooked outdoors under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. We can often serve indoors if the venue agrees.
What do you need from us on the day?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
North Halling for film and TV crews
North Halling is about 3 miles south-west of Rochester, in Medway. We’re happy to travel to North Halling for shoots and the places nearby. We cover all 68 towns and villages in Medway. We cater events right across the region, from North Halling to London (about 25 miles away).
For cast and crew travelling by train, Cuxton station, about 0.9 miles north-east, is the nearest station. North Halling is about 25 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
Shoots anywhere in ME2 start with an outdoor spot for the roaster and a serving time. Local streets include Bavins Court, Formby Road and Pilgrims Road; a shoot on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. For shoots just outside North Halling, we cover Cuxton (1 mile north-east), Halling (1 mile south), Upper Bush (1 mile north-west), Lower Bush (1 mile north-west) and Wouldham (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Gillingham (6 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rochester (3 miles north-east), Rainham (7 miles east), Luton (4 miles east) and Park Wood (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include St. Catherine's Hospital (2.9 miles north-east) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.9 miles north-east). Open spaces near North Halling include Blue Bell Hill and Ranscombe Farm.
- Schools near North Halling include Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School (2.3 miles east)
Who books film set catering in North Halling?
We’re self-contained at base.
Whatever the occasion in North Halling, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are frequently asked to cater:
- Countryside locations
- Historic house shoots
- Wrap parties
- Long days on set
Historic houses near North Halling include Starkey Castle (0.6 miles east) and Temple Manor (2.4 miles north-east). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
What to look for in a quote
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- How many staff will carve and serve
- Whether plates or china are included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Marquee suppliers typically set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved by our chef into rolls 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