Kent · England
Hog Roast for Film Crews in Woodchurch, Kent
Roasted for hours, carved to order and served hot: a hog roast for the crew in Woodchurch and the surrounding area.
- Wrap days
- Crew appreciation lunches
- Period drama shoots
Planning an event in Woodchurch?
Woodchurch for film and TV crews
Woodchurch is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We set up the roaster at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Woodchurch. Woodchurch is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Woodchurch to Canterbury (about 19 miles away).
Within reach of Woodchurch are historic houses such as Smallhythe Place (4.2 miles south-west). If you are shooting at a historic house, the roaster will need a base agreed with the property. For crew arriving by train, the closest railway station is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 3.5 miles south-east of the centre.
We cater shoots across the TN26 postcode area. From Kirkwood Avenue, Front Road and Lower Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and roast there. Neighbouring places where we cater shoots include Brattle (1 mile south), Brook Street (1 mile south-west), Shirkoak (1 mile north), Appledore Heath (3 miles south) and Leigh Green (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (6 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (4 miles west), Park Wood (15 miles north-west), Kennington (8 miles north-east) and New Romney (10 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Woodchurch Village Life Museum (0.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
- Pubs nearby include Stonebridge Inn (under half a mile south)
Film set catering in Woodchurch, carved to order
Rural and period locations near Woodchurch can be miles from anywhere to eat, so a hog roast at base keeps the crew fed. We’re often asked to cater base catering and period locations, serving new potatoes, a vegan option and rotisserie chicken.
For a shoot in a place like Woodchurch, tracks and soft ground need checking before the day. Everything is cooked on the day, at your venue, low and slow, for hours.
Also near Woodchurch
Also in Woodchurch
Occasions we serve in Woodchurch
Alternatives cover everyone.
Our roaster has been booked for all sorts of events around Woodchurch, including:
- Unit base lunches
- Milestone days on set
- Period locations
- Music video days
Central London is about 48 miles from Woodchurch.
Before booking anyone
- Who carves and who serves
- How long the roast takes and when they’ll arrive
- Whether plates or china are included
- If the price includes VAT
The menu, dish by dish
Spit-roast lamb
With lamb as well, there are two roasts to choose from, which works well for larger groups.
Crackling
Good crackling needs time and heat, which is exactly what a slow hog roast gives it.
Before you choose a spot
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- A named contact at base
- Clearance from trucks, kit and trees
- A covered eating area
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Hog roast rolls
- Salads
- Spit-roast lamb
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- New potatoes
- Vegan option (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Rotisserie chicken
Looking after everyone
Standard rolls and stuffing contain gluten, and gluten-free rolls are available on request. A few more tips:
- Share the allergen list with the crew
- Tell us who does not eat pork
- Plan separately for halal if needed
- Stuffing usually contains gluten
We get to base first thing, roasting through the morning.
Wrap parties can run into the evening, tell us about lighting at base.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Organisers may ask for documents such as a risk assessment or gas safety information. Let us know what your event requires and we will confirm what we can provide.
Woodchurch: your questions answered
Is Woodchurch close to London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Woodchurch?
The closest is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 3.5 miles away.
How big a hog will we need?
Quantities are based on your numbers, and we will talk it through when we quote.
What’s included?
Roast pork carved into soft rolls with sage and onion stuffing, apple sauce and crackling. Extras include lamb, chicken, halloumi skewers, a vegan option, salads and potatoes.
Do you go to remote locations?
We can, given access details. Let us know about the route.
Can you cater our wrap?
We do, with lamb or chicken if you like.
Can we hire the machine and cook it ourselves?
We do, if you’re happy to roast and carve yourself. Ask and we will talk you through it.
What happens in bad weather?
We roast under cover, so the food isn’t affected. Plan somewhere sheltered for eating.
The process
We arrive hours before you want to eat, because a whole hog takes hours to roast. The smell typically brings people over long before we carve. Summer shoots near Woodchurch have light until about 9:15pm, so a wrap party can run into the evening.
- 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
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
How to get a price
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
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How we price a hog roast for the crew
Your quote depends on:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel to Woodchurch
- The menu and extras such as lamb or chicken
- The serving time and how long we are on site
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Which meats and sides you’d like
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your shoot for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Is a hog roast right for your shoot?
A hog roast can be a special day alongside regular catering, for a wrap or a milestone. The main driver is numbers: bigger groups typically cost less per head, since much of the cost is fixed.
Why book with us
- We bring everything to cook and serve
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Fresh carving at the serving station
- The classics: stuffing, apple sauce and crackling
Read our prices page or our hog roast cost guide.
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Our chef carves the pork, with stuffing, apple sauce and crackling on the side
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards