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Film Set Catering for Swingfield Minnis
Plenty of choice: hog roast rolls, lamb, rotisserie chicken, halloumi skewers and a vegan option, with salads and potatoes on the side. Film set catering in Swingfield Minnis.
- Lunch at base
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Commercials and music videos
Slow-roasted pork in Swingfield Minnis
How our film set catering works in Swingfield Minnis
Rural and period locations near Swingfield Minnis can be miles from anywhere to eat, so a hog roast at base keeps the crew fed. Whether it’s crew appreciation lunches and base catering, we’ll put together a menu of hog roast rolls, rotisserie chicken and halloumi skewers for your crew.
Near Swingfield Minnis, check tracks and ground with locations. Our chef carves in front of your crew, so every roll gets hot pork and a piece of crackling.
Swingfield Minnis: your questions answered
Is Swingfield Minnis too small for a hog roast?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you cater at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What if things run late?
Because the roast takes hours, we plan from your serving time, and we can hold the roast for a while if the day runs behind.
Can you do gluten-free?
Ask for gluten-free rolls and we’ll bring them. We’ll give you full allergen information for every dish.
Where do you set up on a shoot?
At base, on level ground. Locations will confirm the spot.
Can you cater our wrap?
Of course. Tell us the date and location.
Can we just hire the roaster?
Yes, for confident cooks. Ask and we will talk you through it.
Does the roaster have to be outside?
The roaster always stays outside, under cover, at a safe distance from walls and tents. Serving inside is frequently possible, with the venue’s agreement.
Swingfield Minnis for film and TV crews
Swingfield Minnis is about 4 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Swingfield Minnis. Swingfield Minnis is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Swingfield Minnis to Canterbury (about 10 miles away).
For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Shepherds Well station, roughly 4.1 miles north-east of the centre. Within reach of Swingfield Minnis are historic houses such as Acrise Place (1.5 miles south-west). If you’re shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. Swingfield Minnis is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so check cooking and vehicle rules with locations. The coast is within about 5 miles of Swingfield Minnis, and coastal unit bases can be exposed.
Here we cover the CT15 postcode area, and we can cater your shoot anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Canterbury Road and Hoad Road, and a shoot on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the roaster. Main roads around Swingfield Minnis include the A260, which makes travel to your shoot easy. Nearby, we also cater shoots in Selsted (1 mile north), Densole (1 mile south), Wootton (2 miles north), Hawkinge (2 miles south) and Old Hawkinge (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Deal (11 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (4.1 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Cheriton Hill.
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, it helps to think about where the roaster will go. The ideal spot has:
- A contact in production
- Shelter for crew
- A safe distance from kit
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Rotisserie chicken
- New potatoes
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
A hog roast or other catering?
For a wrap party, it’s a relaxed way to finish. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What you get with us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Serving and clearing done for you
- A clear quote with everything listed
See how we price or our hog roast cost guide.
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Prices and what affects them
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Plates or china
- Travel to Swingfield Minnis
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- Access to the cooking area
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- What the outdoor space is like
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary requirements
- Any venue rules
Send us the date, the address or CT15 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Marquee suppliers normally set distances for cooking equipment, so let them know about the roaster. The roaster stays a safe distance from the marquee.
What comes off the roaster
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which suits bigger events.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
What happens on the day
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, set up under cover and start roasting, the roast cooks gently through the day, and our chef carves it when you are ready. Late-September shoots near Swingfield Minnis lose the light at about 7:00pm, so plan lights for evening service.
- Share the location details.
- We confirm where we set up.
- We roast under cover at base.
- We serve rolls or plates quickly.
- We leave base tidy.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Rolls and stuffing usually contain gluten, so ask for gluten-free rolls if you need them. A few more tips:
- Tell us about vegetarians and vegans
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Post allergen details at base
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
We clear our spot after lunch.
Ask about china, quoted separately.
Who books film set catering in Swingfield Minnis?
It copes with schedule changes.
People around Swingfield Minnis book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Base catering
- Historic house shoots
- Countryside locations
- Location days
Swingfield Minnis is about 60 miles from central London.
Questions to ask before booking
- Arrival time and how long the roast needs
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
- The space, cover and access they need
- 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