Kent · England
Film Set Catering in Swalecliffe
Film set catering in Swalecliffe: a whole hog slow-roasted on site, then carved by our chef into rolls with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling.
- Lunch at base
- Long days on set
- Historic house shoots
Slow-roasted pork in Swalecliffe
Swalecliffe for film and TV crews
Swalecliffe is about 2 miles east of Whitstable, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Swalecliffe, from gardens to fields. Swalecliffe is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
For crew arriving by train, Swalecliffe has its own station, Chestfield & Swalecliffe station. With the A2990 nearby, Swalecliffe is easy for us and the trucks to reach. The coast is within about 2 miles of Swalecliffe, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Wherever your shoot is in CT5, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Kemp Road, Brook Road and Burnan Road, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Being close to the A2990, Swalecliffe is simple for us to get to for your shoot. Close by, we cover shoots in Chestfield (1 mile south), Tankerton (1 mile west), West End (1 mile south-east), Hampton (2 miles north-east) and Whitstable (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles south), Margate (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Ramsgate (15 miles east), Faversham (8 miles west) and Herne Bay (3 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (0.7 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (1.3 miles west). Open spaces near Swalecliffe include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby schools include The Whitstable School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough pub (within half a mile north-east)
Film set catering in Swalecliffe, carved to order
Chicken, lamb, halloumi skewers and a vegan option cover most crews, and we provide allergen information for every dish. Typical bookings include period locations and rural locations, serving halloumi skewers, spit-roast lamb and a vegan option.
For a location shoot near Swalecliffe, base might be in a field or farmyard, so ground conditions matter. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
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Space, access and the venue
The roaster needs space, cover and a safe distance from anything that could catch the heat. Before booking, check:
- Flat ground at the unit base
- Vehicle access to base
- A contact in production
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the roaster
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Hog roast rolls
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Salads
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Spit-roast lamb
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
Next to shop-bought sandwiches, hot food makes a difference on a long day. 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.
What you get with us
- Planned to your running order
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Cooked on the day, low and slow
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option too
See our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
What comes off the roaster
Rolls and gluten-free rolls
Rolls make a hog roast easy to eat anywhere. We can bring gluten-free rolls if you ask.
Spit-roast lamb
Spit-roast lamb cooks slowly like the hog, carved to order at the serving station.
Swalecliffe questions
How far is Swalecliffe from London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Can you roast in the rain?
We cook under a gazebo, so rain is not a problem for the roast. A marquee, hall or barn for eating makes all the difference.
What about coeliacs?
Gluten-free rolls are available on request. Stuffing typically contains gluten, so check the allergen information.
Can you work to the call sheet?
We work to your schedule.
Is mains power needed?
The roaster runs on gas, so we don’t need mains power to cook. Power can help with lighting after dark.
Can you set up at the unit base?
At base, on level ground. We’ll agree it with your location manager.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
For planners, venues and organisers
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Venues often have rules for outside caterers, including where gas cooking is allowed. Check early, and pass on anything they need from us.
How we price a hog roast for the crew
The price comes down to:
- Time on site
- Access to the cooking area
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
Numbers make the biggest difference: bigger groups normally cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, please mention:
- Allergies we should know about
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The venue or postcode
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: use our quote form.
Events we cater in Swalecliffe
We’re self-contained at base.
Here’s what people in Swalecliffe most often book a hog roast for:
- Commercials and music videos
- Wrap parties
- Countryside locations
- Shoots on location
Swalecliffe is roughly 51 miles from central London, within easy reach for London-based crews.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for every dish
- The full menu and the sides
- Where the roaster goes and what it needs
- Who carves and who serves
How the day works
Expect a calm, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we have agreed, and roast, carve and serve without fuss. Summer shoots near Swalecliffe have light until about 9:15pm, which suits an evening wrap at base.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We confirm access and send a price.
- The roast starts early.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We pack away straight after.
Before we arrive
- Plan a step-free way in for the equipment
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Gather dietary requirements early
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Post allergen details at base
We serve quickly on the call.
For an evening wrap, tell us about lighting at base.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Carved to order by our chef, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
- Not just pork: spit-roast lamb, chicken and vegetarian choices
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards