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Barbecue Catering in Addington, Kent
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, grilled at your venue in Addington by our team. We serve and tidy up.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Informal weddings
- Family celebrations
BBQ catering for Addington
About our BBQ catering in Addington
There is more to a catered barbecue than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, BBQ ribs and chicken skewers, and we’re frequently booked for garden parties and engagement and anniversary parties.
A barbecue in the countryside near Addington makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
How we price a catered barbecue
Each price is built from:
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to Addington
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Any venue rules
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Addington barbecues: local tips
Addington is about 7 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Events in Addington are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We bring barbecues to 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Addington to London (25 miles away).
Within reach of Addington are historic houses such as Old Soar Manor (3.9 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is West Malling station, roughly 1.8 miles south-east of the centre.
We cater events across the ME19 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on London Road, The Links and Trottiscliffe Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Ryarsh (1 mile north-east), Trottiscliffe (1 mile north-west), Vigo Village (2 miles north-west), Culverstone Green (3 miles north-west) and Harvel (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (7 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (9 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Coldrum Long Barrow (1.2 miles north) and Leybourne Castle (1.7 miles east).
- Local schools include The Malling School (2.4 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Angel Inn (under half a mile west)
Addington questions
What’s the nearest station to Addington?
West Malling station, about 1.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Is Addington too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Weekday and off-season dates are frequently easier. Fill in our quote form.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes. There’s a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Is clearing up included?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it is always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
Places near Addington
What else we do in Addington
What the cooking area needs
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the grill
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
After service, our staff clear up, leaving the spot tidy.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
For event organisers in Addington
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What you get with us
- Planned to your running order
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- A choice of salads and potatoes
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
What we serve, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, for guests who prefer chicken.
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
What happens on the day
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, which keeps the queue moving. By late September, sunset in Addington is about 7:00pm; in December it is about 3:50pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
How to prepare
- Let us know about tight access
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Events we cater in Addington
Food handled by a professional team
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Addington. Popular bookings include:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Informal weddings
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Street parties
PTAs at schools such as Offham Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel or access charges
- What crockery is supplied
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether VAT is included
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away