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Film Set Catering in Old Hawkinge
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Book a hog roast for the crew in Old Hawkinge.
- Long days on set
- Location days
- Rural locations
Film set catering in Old Hawkinge
How the day works
We roast under cover, so a shower won’t spoil the food. It’s worth planning a sheltered place for people to eat, too. At midsummer, daylight in Old Hawkinge lasts until about 9:15pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Send us the location, dates and lunch time.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We carve fast on the lunch call.
- We clear our spot.
Before we arrive
- Send final numbers in good time
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
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Film set catering in Old Hawkinge, slow-roasted on site
Whatever the production, we fit around the call sheet. Whether it is wrap days and lunch at base, we can cook hog roast rolls, halloumi skewers and salads and more.
Near Old Hawkinge, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Our chef carves in front of your crew, so the pork is hot and the crackling is crisp.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
At the end of a shoot, a hog roast feels like a reward. For larger numbers, a hog roast is normally good value, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why book with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Crackling for everyone who wants it
See how we price and the cost guide.
Allergies and dietary needs
Some crew will not eat pork, so plan an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
We pack away straight after service.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
FAQs for Old Hawkinge
Can you roast near the sea around Old Hawkinge?
Yes. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Old Hawkinge too small for a hog roast?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How long does the roast need?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, so we arrive well before you want to eat. We plan the timings from when you want to eat.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
What does the production need from you?
Send us your requirements, and we’ll tell you what we can send.
What comes with the hog roast?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
Can you set up at the unit base?
A level outdoor spot clear of trucks and kit.
What about crew who don’t eat pork?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. Halal meat is not something we offer.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
The price comes down to:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- Travel to Old Hawkinge
Numbers make the biggest difference: the price per head generally falls as numbers rise, since much of the cost is fixed.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
- A picture of the cooking area
When you are weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning a shoot in Old Hawkinge
Old Hawkinge is about 1 mile east of Hawkinge, in Kent. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Old Hawkinge and the surrounding area. Old Hawkinge is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 12 miles away.
Central London is about 61 miles from Old Hawkinge, within easy reach for London-based crews. Among the historic houses close to Old Hawkinge are Acrise Place (2.7 miles north-west). Period locations like these usually keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Old Hawkinge, and locations in protected landscapes often have rules about cooking and vehicles. The coast is within about 3 miles of Old Hawkinge, and coastal unit bases can be exposed, so plan where crew will eat.
Anywhere in CT18, we can bring the roaster to you. Whether your shoot is on Standen Lane and Church Hill or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Hawkinge (1 mile west), Densole (2 miles north-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles west) and Selsted (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles east), Deal (11 miles north-east), Hythe (5 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (5 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Folkestone Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (2.1 miles south). The countryside around Old Hawkinge includes Sugar Loaf Hill.
- Schools near Old Hawkinge include Turner Free School (2.3 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find White Horse pub (0.7 miles west)
Before you choose a spot
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Things to check:
- Access agreed with locations
- A level area at base
- A safe distance from kit
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the roaster
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Other occasions in Old Hawkinge
For event organisers in Old Hawkinge
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Why choose film set catering in Old Hawkinge?
It copes with schedule changes.
We’re regularly asked to cater all sorts of events around Old Hawkinge, such as:
- Extended shoot days
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Unit base lunches
- Rural locations
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Folkestone Central station, about 2.3 miles south, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- The space, cover and access they need
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How many staff will carve and serve
A closer look at the menu
Rotisserie chicken
Rotisserie chicken is a simple, popular alternative to pork, turned until the skin is golden.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Crunchy coleslaw suits roast pork, while salads and potatoes make a plated meal.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- 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