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Barbecue Catering in Bekesbourne, Kent
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Bekesbourne? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Summer parties in the garden
- Fundraising barbecues
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
BBQ catering in Bekesbourne
BBQ catering in Bekesbourne, cooked on site
Some hosts in Bekesbourne pair a barbecue with a hog roast, so there’s a centrepiece and plenty of choice. Ask and we’ll quote for both. Whether it is fundraising barbecues and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, we can cook chicken skewers, coleslaw and BBQ ribs for your guests.
A barbecue in the countryside near Bekesbourne makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
Common questions in Bekesbourne
How far is Bekesbourne from London?
About 56 miles from central London.
Which station is closest to Bekesbourne?
The closest is Bekesbourne station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Of course. With salads and potatoes, it’s a proper meal on a plate; ask about china if you’d like it.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
Do you cover Bekesbourne?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Bekesbourne and the rest of Kent included. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
We do. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up the barbecue on the agreed spot, put the cover up and get it hot. Then our chef cooks through the service time, timed to when you want to eat. Evening barbecues in Bekesbourne need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- First, you send us 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.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Preparing for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Let us know about tight access
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
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Where the barbecue can go in Bekesbourne
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
What affects the price in Bekesbourne
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Crockery choices
- The number of people
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
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.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Dietary requirements
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Rough numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Sides to make it a full meal
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
Read our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Why choose BBQ catering in Bekesbourne?
Hot food straight off the grill
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Bekesbourne and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthday parties
- Community fun days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like St. Anselm's Catholic School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- The full menu and the sides
Barbecue venues around Bekesbourne
Bekesbourne is about 3 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Bekesbourne? We cover the whole area. Bekesbourne is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater.
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Peter, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Among the historic houses close to Bekesbourne are Goodnestone Park (3.3 miles east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Bekesbourne, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Aerodrome Road, Lysander Close and Adisham Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Patrixbourne (1 mile west), Bekesbourne Hill (1 mile north-west), Bridge (1 mile south-west), Littlebourne (2 miles north) and Adisham (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (15 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south-east), Folkestone (12 miles south) and Ramsgate (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.5 miles north-west) and St Martins Hospital (2.5 miles north-west).
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
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Also in Bekesbourne
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away