Kent · England
Film Set Catering for Rhodes Minnis
Looking for a hog roast for the crew in Rhodes Minnis? We bring the roaster to you, cook outdoors under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Long days on set
- Milestone days on set
- Farm and estate locations
Film set catering in Rhodes Minnis
Film set catering in Rhodes Minnis, slow-roasted on site
The roaster cooks outdoors under cover, away from equipment and trucks, in a position locations are happy with. We serve a vegan option, new potatoes and salads, and we’re regularly asked to cater unit base lunches and crew appreciation lunches.
Near Rhodes Minnis, check tracks and ground with locations before the day. Everything we need to roast, carve and serve comes with us, and we leave the spot tidy when we go.
Planning a shoot in Rhodes Minnis
Rhodes Minnis is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Rhodes Minnis. Rhodes Minnis is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Rhodes Minnis to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
Central London is about 56 miles from Rhodes Minnis, within easy reach for London-based crews. Among the historic houses close to Rhodes Minnis are Acrise Place (2.6 miles east) and Westenhanger Castle (4 miles south-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 2 miles of Rhodes Minnis, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations. The coast is within about 6 miles of Rhodes Minnis, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
We bring hog roasts to shoots all over the CT4 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your shoot is on Longage Hill and Green Lane or a nearby road, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Woodland (1 mile south-west), Ottinge (1 mile east), Hemsted (1 mile south-west), Lyminge (1 mile south-east) and Skeete (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (5.8 miles south-east) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.7 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Tolsford Hill.
Also in Rhodes Minnis
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Shelter for crew
- The location manager’s agreement
- Away from vehicles and equipment
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Rotisserie chicken
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Spit-roast lamb
Events we cater in Rhodes Minnis
There are options for non-pork eaters.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Rhodes Minnis, such as:
- Unit base lunches
- Farm and estate locations
- Extended shoot days
- Wrap days
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Sandling station, roughly 3.8 miles south of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- What crockery is supplied
- Any travel or access charges
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Post allergen details at base
We pack away straight after service.
Add salads and potatoes for a full lunch.
What comes off the roaster
Roast pork
Everything starts with the slow-roasted pork: carved in front of you, a mix of shoulder and leg, and served hot.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
We can serve in rolls or on plates, and gluten-free rolls are available on request.
For event organisers in Rhodes Minnis
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Common questions in Rhodes Minnis
Is Rhodes Minnis close to London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London.
Can you roast near the sea around Rhodes Minnis?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Will there be enough to go round?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we’ll talk it through when we quote.
How do we prepare?
Only the space and a contact number. We bring the roaster, cover and serving kit.
Where do you set up on a shoot?
At base, on level ground. Locations will confirm the spot.
Can you cater for vegans on set?
Add alternatives to suit your crew.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Do you do DIY hog roast hire?
Yes, for confident cooks. We’ll explain the details with your quote.
A hog roast compared with other options
Some productions combine a hog roast with their usual caterer, for a wrap or a milestone. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What you get with us
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Timed around your day
- Sides to make it a full meal
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
How the day works
On the day, we position the roaster under cover and get the hog cooking. From there it cooks low and slow for hours, worked back from your serving time. At midsummer, daylight in Rhodes Minnis lasts until about 9:15pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Share the location details.
- We confirm where we set up.
- We roast under cover at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Check there’s a route to wheel the equipment in, without steps
- Name a contact for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
How to get a price
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
Related guides
How we price a hog roast for the crew
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether you want china
- Menu choices and extras
- Travel to Rhodes Minnis
UK price guides vary widely: roughly £10 a head for a simple roll, rising past £20 with more included. Every event gets its own quote, with everything listed.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Rough numbers
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Allergies we should know about
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or CT4 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards