Kent · England
Film Set Catering in Shottenden
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Shottenden and the surrounding area.
- Crew thank-you days
- Period locations
- Unit base lunches
A hog roast near Shottenden
Crew catering near Shottenden
Shottenden is about 5 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. From village halls to gardens and fields, shoots around Shottenden suit a hog roast. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our bookings stretch from Shottenden to Canterbury (about 7 miles away).
Historic houses near Shottenden include Belmont House and Gardens (3.7 miles north-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. Shottenden is roughly 47 miles from central London. Shottenden is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
We cater shoots across CT4. From Shottenden Road, Goldups Lane and Beaney's Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the roaster to you. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Perrywood (1 mile north), Selling (1 mile north), Hogben's Hill (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles south-west) and Mountain Street (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (5 miles north) and Herne Bay (12 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tower keep castle at Chilham (1.6 miles east).
Film set catering in Shottenden, slow-roasted on site
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover most crews, and we provide allergen information for every dish. For shoots on location and lunch at base, we can cook spit-roast lamb, hog roast rolls and new potatoes and more.
Near Shottenden, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so lunch at base matters. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
Looking after everyone
A hog roast is pork, so plan for anyone who does not eat it. Here’s how to cover everyone:
- Post allergen details at base
- Count crew needing an alternative
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Halal is not offered
If lunch moves, we hold the roast a little.
Lamb or chicken gives the crew a choice.
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
- Vehicle access to base
- One contact for the day
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
Working with your venue
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We’ll fit in with site rules.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
Your quote depends on:
- Access to the cooking area
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of people
For larger numbers, a hog roast is generally good value, because one whole roast feeds a lot of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Rough numbers
- What the outdoor space is like
- The address or postcode
Every shoot is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: use our quote form.
Nearby places to Shottenden
Other occasions in Shottenden
What we serve, dish by dish
Spit-roast lamb
Lamb roasted on the spit is a lovely alternative to pork, especially for crew who do not eat pork.
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
Who books film set catering in Shottenden?
A slow roast can wait a little.
Hosts in Shottenden book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Period drama shoots
- Countryside locations
- Extended shoot days
- Base catering
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Selling station, roughly 2 miles north of the centre.
What your quote should include
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Staffing on the day
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- How dietary needs are handled
FAQs for Shottenden
Do you come out to small places like Shottenden?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Shottenden?
The closest is Selling station, roughly 2 miles away.
Do you need much space at base?
Generally, if there is a level, open spot for the roaster under cover. We’ll agree it with your location manager.
Do we need to provide electricity?
The roaster runs on gas, so we do not need mains power to cook. A socket nearby is useful for lighting.
Do you cover Shottenden?
Yes, Shottenden is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll check the date.
What does the production need from you?
Send us your requirements, and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
It cooks outside, under a gazebo, on a level spot. Serving indoors is normally fine if the venue is happy.
What do people get?
The classic: pork in rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Sides and extra meats are listed in your quote.
The process
We roast under cover, so a shower will not spoil the food. Your crew will still want somewhere dry to eat, such as a marquee, hall or barn. At midsummer, daylight in Shottenden lasts until about 9:15pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- You send the location, date and lunch call.
- We check access to base and quote.
- Our position and arrival are agreed in advance.
- When lunch is called, we carve and serve quickly.
- We pack away straight after service.
Before we arrive
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or CT4 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Why a carved hog roast beats a buffet
Compared with ordering in, we’re already there when lunch is called. 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, with everything listed.
Why Shottenden hosts choose us
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Choices for people who do not eat pork
- Slow-roasted at your venue, not reheated
Read our prices page and our hog roast cost guide.
- Slow-roasted on site for hours, outdoors at your event
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away