Kent · England
Film Set Catering in Pearson's Green
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Pearson's Green and the surrounding area.
- Ad shoots
- Unit base lunches
- Period drama shoots
Planning an event in Pearson's Green?
Film set catering in Pearson's Green, carved to order
Crews in Pearson's Green 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. We’re frequently asked to cater unit base lunches and rural locations, serving halloumi skewers, spit-roast lamb and new potatoes.
For a shoot in a place like Pearson's Green, tracks and soft ground need checking. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Hours of slow roasting make the pork soft and full of flavour, and our chef carves it to order.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
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Why choose film set catering in Pearson's Green?
We bring everything we need.
Lots of different events suit a hog roast. Typical bookings include:
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Historic house shoots
- Long shoot days
- Farm and estate locations
Nearby historic houses include Scotney Castle (5 miles south). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
- Travel and any London charges
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
How it works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, a cooked roast can be kept hot for a while, so tell us as soon as plans change. On a winter shoot near Pearson's Green, the light goes by about 3:55pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree our position at base with the location manager.
- We roast through the morning and carve fast when lunch is called.
- We pack up and leave the base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about tight access
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or TN12 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Pearson's Green
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Tell us what you need and we will confirm what we can provide.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Common questions in Pearson's Green
What’s the nearest station to Pearson's Green?
Paddock Wood station, about 2 miles north-west of the centre.
Can you do a hog roast at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What space does the roaster need?
A level, open area outdoors with room for the roaster, a gazebo and a carving table, away from buildings, marquee walls and overhanging trees. We’ll confirm the space with your quote.
Is mains power needed?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
What about a wrap party?
Of course. Send us the details.
What comes with the hog roast?
Rolls with roast pork, stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
Can we just hire the roaster?
DIY machine hire is available. We will confirm what comes with it and how to use it.
How much does a hog roast cost?
Numbers, menu and travel decide the price. Tell us your date and we’ll send a price.
Shooting in Pearson's Green: unit bases and access
Pearson's Green is about 7 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. A hog roast suits shoots around Pearson's Green, whatever the venue. Pearson's Green is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 30 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, Paddock Wood station is about 2 miles away. Pearson's Green is roughly 32 miles from central London. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Pearson's Green, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Castle Hill (1 mile south-west), Mile Oak (1 mile west), Palmer's Green (1 mile south-west), Claygate (1 mile north-east) and Queen Street (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles west), Tonbridge (7 miles west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Hop Farm Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (5.1 miles west).
- Pubs nearby include The Castle Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Post allergen details at base
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little; just let us know.
Lamb or chicken gives the crew a choice.
A hog roast compared with other options
Next to grilling to order, carving is quicker for big numbers. 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. We quote every event individually, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
What you get with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Carved by our chef in front of your crew
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Vehicle access to base
- A covered eating area
- Approval from locations
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the roaster
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Spit-roast lamb
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
How we price a hog roast for the crew
The price comes down to:
- How many people are eating
- Site access
- Menu choices and extras
- Time on site
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the roaster could go, ideally with a picture
- The address or postcode
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards