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BBQ Catering in Bicknor
BBQ catering in Bicknor: a barbecue cooked at your event, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Neighbourhood parties
BBQ catering for Bicknor
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu.
BBQ catering for your event in Bicknor
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. Pick the meats that suit your guests. We are frequently asked to cater relaxed weddings and evening receptions and street parties, serving pulled pork, beef burgers and BBQ ribs.
Country barbecues near Bicknor are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
Nearby places to Bicknor
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What happens on the day
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we will adjust where we can. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. For an evening barbecue in Bicknor, think about light: 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.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What you get with us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- A full barbecue menu
Read how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
Where the barbecue can go in Bicknor
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Bicknor
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Bicknor
What’s the nearest station to Bicknor?
The closest is Hollingbourne station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
How far is Bicknor from London?
About 36 miles from central London.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
We do. There’s a halloumi option and a vegan option.
What meats do you barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you come to Bicknor?
Yes, Bicknor is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Bicknor barbecues: local tips
Bicknor is about 4 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cover events in Bicknor. Bicknor is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 18 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 2.8 miles south-west. Nearby historic houses include Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and Stoneacre (5 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Bicknor, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of Kent takes in ME9. Other places close to Bicknor we cover include Hucking (1 mile west), Wormshill (1 mile south-east), Broad Street (2 miles south-west), Hollingbourne (2 miles south-west) and Eyhorne Street (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-east), Faversham (9 miles east), Minster (10 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and KIMS hospital (4.9 miles west). The countryside around Bicknor includes Detling Hill.
Perfect for your event in Bicknor
Hot food straight off the grill
People around Bicknor book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Community fun days
- Retirement do’s
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
After a christening at a church such as Church of St James, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The full menu and the sides
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Request gluten-free rolls
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to:
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
- Site access
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- The venue or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away