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Film Set Catering for Shirkoak
Film set catering in Shirkoak: pork roasted slowly for hours at your venue, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Rural locations
- Long shoot days
- Commercials and music videos
Slow-roasted pork in Shirkoak
Film set catering in Shirkoak, slow-roasted on site
We need an outdoor spot at base, clear of vehicles and kit, in a position locations are happy with. Whether it is milestone days on set and long days on set, we will put together a menu of salads, rotisserie chicken and spit-roast lamb.
For a shoot in a place like Shirkoak, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, low and slow, for hours, then carved fresh for your crew.
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
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Shooting in Shirkoak: unit bases and access
Shirkoak is about 5 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We cater shoots of every size in Shirkoak. Shirkoak is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 19 miles away.
Shirkoak is about 47 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews. For cast and crew travelling by train, Ham Street station is about 4 miles away.
Anywhere in TN26, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Bethersden Road, Shirkoak Park and Redbrook Street or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. If your venue is just outside Shirkoak, we also cover Woodchurch (1 mile south), Brattle (1 mile south), Brook Street (2 miles south), Leigh Green (3 miles south-west) and Appledore Heath (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ashford (5 miles north-east), Hythe (14 miles east), Tenterden (4 miles south-west), Bearsted (15 miles north-west), Park Wood (14 miles north-west) and Kennington (7 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Romden Castle (4.6 miles north-west) and Woodchurch Village Life Museum (0.7 miles south). Open spaces near Shirkoak include Orlestone Forest.
- Local pubs include The Bonny Cravat Inn (0.7 miles south)
Who books film set catering in Shirkoak?
It feeds a crew quickly once carving starts.
People around Shirkoak book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Long days on set
- Wrap days
- Commercials and music videos
- Base catering
Historic houses near Shirkoak include Smallhythe Place (4.8 miles south-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property.
Before you book anyone
- Allergen information for every dish
- Travel and any London charges
- Staffing on the day
- Whether plates or china are included
A hog roast compared with other options
At the end of a shoot, a hog roast feels like a reward. A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Why us?
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- Planned to your running order
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
It’s worth planning the cooking area in advance. We look for:
- A contact in production
- Somewhere for crew to eat if it rains
- Sign-off from the location
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
- Spit-roast lamb
Shirkoak questions
Could you cook in Stone Wood?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Shirkoak close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London.
Will there be enough to go round?
We plan quantities from the numbers you give us, and we will confirm everything in writing.
What should we sort out beforehand?
Only the space and a contact number. Everything for roasting and serving comes with us.
What about coeliacs?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Can you cater for vegetarians?
The menu has lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options. Halal meat isn’t something we offer.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we’ll talk you through it.
What affects the price in Shirkoak
Things that change the price:
- How long the roast and service take
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Crockery choices
- The date and time of year
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, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- The date and time of the event
- Your menu choices
- A photo of the cooking area
- The venue or postcode
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
We can serve in rolls or on plates, with gluten-free rolls on request.
Allergies and dietary needs
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. A few more tips:
- Stuffing normally contains gluten
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Collect crew dietary needs from the call sheet
- Count crew needing an alternative
We pack away straight after service.
Ask for gluten-free rolls.
What happens on the day
We arrive hours before you want to eat, since slow roasting cannot be rushed. The smell typically brings people over long before we carve. In December, daylight in Shirkoak ends around 3:50pm, so the unit base needs lighting for late service. In summer, light lasts until about 9:15pm.
- Share the location details.
- We agree our position with locations.
- We cook at base.
- Service is quick.
- We leave base tidy.
How to prepare
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Ensure we can wheel the roaster to the spot
Getting a price
When you’re weighing up caterers, ask each one exactly what’s included. Ours lists it clearly. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards