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BBQ Catering in Bapchild
Hosting a barbecue in Bapchild without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Work barbecues
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Charity fundraisers
Book a BBQ in Bapchild
How our BBQ catering works in Bapchild
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. On the menu are halloumi skewers, pulled pork and sausages, and typical bookings are for close and cul-de-sac parties and engagement and anniversary parties.
A barbecue in the countryside near Bapchild makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
Bapchild: your questions answered
Is Bapchild close to London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Bapchild?
Teynham station, about 2.1 miles north-east of the centre.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Most events pick three or four.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. But ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Should we have every meat?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
How soon do you get booked up?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: use our quote form.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
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Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A green light from whoever owns the site
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
What affects the price in Bapchild
The price comes down to:
- Site access
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
- Crockery choices
What you choose to eat matters most: 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 we need to know
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Rough numbers
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning a barbecue in Bapchild
Bapchild is about 2 miles south-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Events in Bapchild are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. Bapchild is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Bapchild to Canterbury (about 14 miles away).
If your garden is too small, a club or hall near Bapchild with outdoor space often works. If guests are travelling by rail, Teynham station is about 2.1 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Bapchild, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over ME9 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Rodmersham (1 mile north), Newbury (1 mile south), Rodmersham Green (1 mile west), Lynsted (1 mile east) and Highsted (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Whitstable (12 miles east), Faversham (5 miles east) and Minster (7 miles north).
A little further out are Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.9 miles north-west) and Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (2.7 miles north-west).
- Nearby schools include The Sittingbourne School (1.3 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find Black Lion Public House (0.9 miles east)
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Perfect for your event in Bapchild
Can be paired with a hog roast
People around Bapchild book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Charity fundraisers
- Summer staff days
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Parks such as Cromers Wood often have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel and any London charges
- What crockery is supplied
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How dietary needs are handled
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests don’t eat pork. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why Bapchild hosts choose us
- Timed around your day
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who do not eat pork or beef a meat option.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
What happens on the day
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower will not stop it, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. Autumn and winter barbecues in Bapchild get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
How to prepare
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Think about where the smoke will drift
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. Use our quote form.
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- 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
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away