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Film Set Catering in Ramsgate
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Film set catering in Ramsgate.
- Shoots on location
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Long shoot days
Slow-roasted pork in Ramsgate
Film set catering in Ramsgate, slow-roasted on site
We need an outdoor spot at base, clear of vehicles and kit, in a position locations are happy with. On the menu are spit-roast lamb, halloumi skewers and new potatoes, and typical bookings are for crew appreciation lunches and period locations.
In Ramsgate, send us the base location. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Looking after everyone
Most people love a hog roast, but it is pork. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Post allergen details at base
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Plan separately for halal if needed
We get to base first thing, so the roast is ready by lunch.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How the day works
Serving is straightforward: our chef carves and our staff fill the rolls or plates, and sides go out at the same time. When everyone has eaten, we clear up and leave the spot tidy. By late September, sunset near Ramsgate is about 7:00pm, so a late wrap needs lighting at base.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We roast under cover at base.
- Service is quick.
- We tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or CT11 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Ramsgate for film and TV crews
Ramsgate is in Kent. We cover shoots in Ramsgate, as well as the surrounding area. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Ramsgate to Canterbury (about 15 miles away).
Crew coming by rail can use the station: Ramsgate has its own station, Ramsgate station. Ramsgate is about 66 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. The coast is within about a mile of Ramsgate, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Here we cover the CT11, CT12 and CT10 postcode area, so your shoot can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and High Street St Lawrence, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Ramsgate is on the A254 and A255, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. We also bring hog roasts to shoots in St Lawrence (1 mile west), Northwood (1 mile north-west), Upton (1 mile north-east), Broadstairs (2 miles north-east) and St Peter's (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (15 miles west), Margate (3 miles north), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (8 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (15 miles south).
A little further out are Westwood Cross (1.6 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (less than half a mile south-east). Within reach you’ll find Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local schools include Chatham House Grammar School (less than half a mile south-east) and St George's Boys School (less than half a mile east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Derby Arms (less than half a mile north)
Questions from Ramsgate
Is Ramsgate close to London?
About 66 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Ramsgate?
Ramsgate station, in Ramsgate itself.
Do you do wrap parties?
Yes, a hog roast suits a relaxed wrap party, with lamb or chicken if you like.
How much room do you need?
Enough level ground outdoors for the roaster and a serving table under cover, and a way to wheel everything in. Send us a picture if you are unsure.
Do you cover Ramsgate?
Yes, Ramsgate is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, we hire out the hog roast machine. We’ll explain what’s supplied and how it works when we quote.
Can you cook inside a hall or marquee?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, away from buildings and marquee walls. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
The menu, dish by dish
Roast pork
The hog roasts slowly for hours, so the meat is tender and juicy, and it’s carved fresh as people come up.
Salads, potatoes and coleslaw
Salads, new potatoes, coleslaw and roast or jacket potatoes turn rolls into a full meal, especially at a sit-down event.
What affects the price in Ramsgate
The biggest factors are:
- How long the roast and service take
- Menu choices and extras
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
For larger numbers, a hog roast is usually good value, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Ramsgate
Good for wraps too.
In Ramsgate and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Historic house shoots
- Crew thank-you days
- Countryside locations
- Long days on set
Historic houses near Ramsgate include Quex Park (4.4 miles north-west). Historic houses are popular locations, and most keep cooking well away from the house, so plan the unit base with locations.
Before booking anyone
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Travel and any London charges
- Plates, china and cutlery
Planning the cooking spot
We need room to cook safely and under cover. Things to check:
- Vehicle access to base
- A safe distance from kit
- Approval from locations
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Ramsgate
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
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. Get that agreed before booking.
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with a full location caterer, a hog roast suits single days and smaller crews. Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups generally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
What you get with us
- Timed around your day
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside
- Serving and clearing done for you
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Also near Ramsgate
More for events in Ramsgate
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away