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BBQ Catering in Aylesham
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Aylesham? We cook outdoors under cover, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Charity fundraisers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Summer staff days
BBQ catering for Aylesham
How our BBQ catering works in Aylesham
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. We will find the right spot at your venue in Aylesham. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, pulled pork and chicken skewers, and we are regularly asked to cater leaving and retirement parties and Fêtes, fairs and sports days.
Around Aylesham, a garden with room to spare is all you need. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. All the barbecue, none of the effort: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
Planning for dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Who books BBQ catering in Aylesham?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Aylesham. Popular choices:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Work barbecues
- Big birthday parties
- Garden parties
After a christening at a church such as St Peter, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Before you book anyone
- Plates, china and cutlery
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for every dish
- Any travel or access charges
Barbecues in Aylesham: gardens, clubs and local tips
Aylesham is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. We’re happy to travel to Aylesham for events. We cater 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Aylesham are Goodnestone Park (1.6 miles north-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. For guests coming by train, Aylesham has its own station, Aylesham station. Aylesham is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Wherever your event is in CT3, we can bring the barbecue to you. Streets in the area include Market Place, Mexborough Square and Derwent Way, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Other places close to Aylesham we cover include Bloodden (1 mile north), Adisham (1 mile north), Womenswold (1 mile south-west), Woolage Green (2 miles south) and Out Elmstead (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles north-west).
What comes off the grill
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
Beef burgers
A burger is the barbecue classic, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
Nearby places to Aylesham
What else we do in Aylesham
Where the barbecue can go in Aylesham
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A spot well clear of buildings
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the grill
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
Aylesham: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Aylesham?
Aylesham has its own station: Aylesham station.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
Can you cater in Aylesham?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Aylesham and the rest of Kent included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Should we have every meat?
Not normally. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket and we will advise on the rest.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Plan shelter for your guests.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
How it works
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then our chef cooks and the team serves through the time you’ve chosen. Evening barbecues in Aylesham need a little planning: it is light until about 9:15pm in June but only about 7:00pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Include children in your numbers
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Let us know about tight access
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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What affects the price in Aylesham
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Access to the cooking area
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of people
- Whether you want china
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
Send us the date, the address or CT3 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Why choose BBQ catering in Aylesham?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why Aylesham hosts choose us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Served at the time you choose
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
Take a look at our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away