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BBQ Catering for Barfrestone
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Barfrestone by our team. We serve and tidy up.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fundraising days
Planning an event in Barfrestone?
Barfrestone barbecues: local tips
Barfrestone is about 5 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We cater events of every size in Barfrestone. Barfrestone is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Barfrestone to Canterbury (about 9 miles away).
Within reach of Barfrestone are historic houses such as Goodnestone Park (2.7 miles north). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. Coming by train? Shepherds Well station is about 1.3 miles away. Barfrestone is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
For events in CT15, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. We also bring barbecues to events in Frogham (1 mile north-west), Elvington (1 mile east), Nonington (1 mile north-west), Snowdown (2 miles north-west) and Woolage Village (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (9 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north-east), Dover (5 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Buckland Hospital (5.5 miles south-east).
BBQ catering for your event in Barfrestone
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. We are frequently asked to cater engagement and anniversary parties and birthdays and milestone parties, with halloumi skewers, coleslaw and sausages.
Country barbecues near Barfrestone are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
About the food
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, served on a plate or in a roll.
Pulled pork
Because it is slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, so nobody waits for the grill.
Towns and villages near Barfrestone
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Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
How we price a catered barbecue
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Crockery choices
- Access to the cooking area
- The date and time of year
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- An estimate of numbers
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
The process
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower won’t stop it, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. A summer barbecue in Barfrestone stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:00pm.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- We serve as people come up.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Give us a contact number for the day
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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Who books BBQ catering in Barfrestone?
Cooked in front of your guests
In Barfrestone, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Work barbecues
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
- Big birthday parties
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Nicholas, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Why choose BBQ catering in Barfrestone?
Compared with a cold buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked, and nothing sits out all afternoon. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- An itemised quote
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Planned to your running order
- Six meats to choose from
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
FAQs for Barfrestone
How far is Barfrestone from London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London.
Is Barfrestone too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The cooking area is covered, so it is guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Do you come to Barfrestone?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Barfrestone and the rest of Kent included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Do you label the food for allergies?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away