Kent · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Tyler Hill, Kent
Plenty of choice: roast pork in rolls with stuffing and apple sauce, lamb or chicken, and halloumi and vegetable skewers, plus salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Film set catering in Tyler Hill.
- Shoots on location
- Rural locations
- Wrap parties
A hog roast near Tyler Hill
Crew catering near Tyler Hill
Tyler Hill is about 2 miles north of Canterbury, in Kent. Our roaster is a regular sight at shoots around Tyler Hill, from gardens to fields. Tyler Hill is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
Tyler Hill is about 52 miles from central London. With the sea within about 5 miles, coastal shoots need a sheltered base.
We cater shoots across CT2 and the streets around it. That could mean a shoot in a garden on St Johns Crescent, Link Road and Summer Lane, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. For shoots just outside Tyler Hill, we cover Hackington (1 mile south-east), Blean (1 mile west), Honey Hill (2 miles west), Radfall (2 miles north) and Denstroude (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (15 miles south-west), Margate (15 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles west), Ramsgate (15 miles east) and Whitstable (3 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.2 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (2.2 miles south). The countryside around Tyler Hill includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local schools include The Archbishop's School (1 mile south) and St Edmund's School (1.2 miles south)
Film set catering for your shoot in Tyler Hill
Whatever the production, we fit around the call sheet. Typical bookings include lunch at base and countryside locations, serving a vegan option, salads and new potatoes.
Near Tyler Hill, check tracks and ground with locations before the day. The hog is roasted on site at your shoot, slowly, over several hours, then carved fresh for your crew.
What the cooking area needs
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way:
- A level spot at base for the roaster
- Away from vehicles and equipment
- Shelter for crew
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the roaster
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Rotisserie chicken
- Hog roast rolls
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- The number of people
- Site access
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The date and time of year
Extras such as lamb, chicken, more sides or china crockery add to the cost, so we list each one in the quote. Keeping it simple keeps it affordable.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Any venue rules
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people
- Where the event is
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
About the food
Rotisserie chicken
Golden rotisserie chicken goes into rolls or onto plates alongside the pork.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
For event organisers in Tyler Hill
For workplace bookings, check with facilities about gas equipment and vehicle access. We work to the site’s rules.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Label the alternatives clearly
- Ask the production office for dietary needs
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Give us vegetarian and vegan numbers
We pack away straight after service.
Lamb or chicken gives the crew a choice.
Towns and villages near Tyler Hill
More for events in Tyler Hill
Why choose film set catering in Tyler Hill?
There are options for non-pork eaters.
Hosts in Tyler Hill book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- End-of-shoot wraps
- Shoots on location
- Crew thank-you days
- Period drama shoots
For cast and crew travelling by train, Canterbury West station is about 1.6 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Allergen information for every dish
- What the cooking area needs: space, cover and access
- Whether VAT is included
Why choose a hog roast in Tyler Hill?
Next to grilling to order, one roast serves everyone together. What you pay covers the meat, the chef and staff, and hours of roasting. A long, slow roast means an early start, which is built into the price.
Why us?
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- All the equipment comes with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our pricing and what a hog roast costs.
Questions from Tyler Hill
How far is Tyler Hill from London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London.
Can you roast near the sea around Tyler Hill?
Yes, of course. We roast under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Can the hog roast be cooked indoors?
Outside, always. Serving indoors is usually fine if the venue is happy.
Do you do wrap parties?
Of course. Send us the details.
Is mains power needed?
Not to cook, because the roaster is gas-fired. Let us know what’s on site.
Do you serve the food?
We carve and serve for you, then clear the serving area afterwards.
What’s included?
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 soon do you get booked up?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
How the day works
Carving is part of the show: the hog is carved in front of your crew, with crackling for everyone who wants it. Summer shoots near Tyler Hill have light until about 9:15pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- Production sends us the location and call times.
- We check access to base and quote.
- We set up at base and roast through the morning.
- We serve when lunch is called.
- We clear our spot.
How to prepare
- Have a level outdoor spot ready
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Get a quote
Every shoot is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your shoot: send us your details through our quote form.
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- Roasted on site for several hours, outdoors under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Lamb, chicken and vegetarian options alongside the pork
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards