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Film Set Catering in Stelling Minnis
Something for nearly everyone: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Film set catering in Stelling Minnis.
- Unit base lunches
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap parties
A hog roast near Stelling Minnis
The menu, dish by dish
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Everything goes into a soft roll, perfect for eating on the move. Ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some crew will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Film set catering in Stelling Minnis, slow-roasted on site
Schedules move, and a slow roast copes. Name a contact in production and we’ll fit around changes. Whether it’s period locations and ad shoots, we can cook a vegan option, halloumi skewers and hog roast rolls for your crew.
Near Stelling Minnis, crews may be miles from anywhere to eat, so hot food at base is a big help. Timings are planned around your shoot, because the roast has to start hours before you eat.
Events we cater in Stelling Minnis
It works for wrap parties as well as shoot days.
These are some of the most popular hog roast bookings near Stelling Minnis:
- Wrap parties
- Farm and estate locations
- Base catering
- Commercials and music videos
Among the historic houses close to Stelling Minnis are Acrise Place (4.4 miles south-east). Period locations like these typically keep catering well away from the house, so agree the base early.
Before you book anyone
- Staffing on the day
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When they arrive and when the food will be ready
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Common questions in Stelling Minnis
Do you come out to small places like Stelling Minnis?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you do a hog roast in Spong Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you go to remote locations?
Send the location and access notes and we will plan the journey.
When do you start roasting?
Several hours, depending on the size and the weather, which is why we arrive hours ahead. We work back from your serving time.
What if things run late?
We’ll be as flexible as we can. Give us a contact on the day and we’ll adjust.
What comes with the hog roast?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. You can add lamb, chicken, vegetarian and vegan options, salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
How do you work out quantities?
The roast is chosen to suit how many you are feeding, so tell us your best estimate. We will confirm the menu in the quote.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
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Where the roaster can go in Stelling Minnis
The right spot for the roaster makes everything easier. Look for:
- A contact in production
- A level spot at base for the roaster
- A covered eating area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Stelling Minnis
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
Planning for dietary needs
Rolls and stuffing normally contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. Other tips:
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Remember stuffing normally contains gluten
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Plan separately for halal if needed
We pack away straight after service.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Why choose a hog roast in Stelling Minnis?
Compared with a full location caterer, a hog roast suits single days and smaller crews. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why us?
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Roasted on site, slowly, for hours
- Rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Self-contained: roaster, cover and serving kit
See our prices page and what a hog roast costs.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
We work out each quote from:
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel to Stelling Minnis
- Whether you want china
What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, and the quote reflects that.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- Dietary requirements
- The address or postcode
- Your date and serving time
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Stelling Minnis for film and TV crews
Stelling Minnis is about 6 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We bring a hog roast for the crew to shoots anywhere in Stelling Minnis, as long as there is an outdoor spot to cook. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Stelling Minnis to Canterbury (about 6 miles away).
Stelling Minnis is roughly 55 miles from central London. Stelling Minnis is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations.
We bring hog roasts to shoots all over CT4. We can cater a shoot on streets such as Bossingham Road, Ponycart Lane and Minnis Lane, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Bossingham (1 mile north-east), Waltham (2 miles west), Rhodes Minnis (3 miles south), Stowting Common (3 miles south-west) and Ottinge (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (6 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (8 miles south-east), Whitstable (12 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).
A little further out are Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.6 miles north).
How the day works
Slow roasting is the whole point: hours of gentle heat make the pork soft and juicy while the skin crisps into crackling. Then it rests briefly before our chef carves. Summer shoots near Stelling Minnis have light until about 9:15pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- The production office sends us the location, dates, numbers and lunch time.
- You get a check on access and a quote.
- We agree where we set up and when we arrive.
- We carve to order the moment lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after service.
How to prepare
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Think about shelter for your crew
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
How to get a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Vegetarian and vegan choices, plus lamb or chicken if you like
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards