Kent · England
BBQ Catering for Bockhanger
Planning a barbecue in Bockhanger and do not want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Evening wedding food
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Family celebrations
BBQ catering in Bockhanger
Where the barbecue can go in Bockhanger
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A green light from whoever owns the site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
About our BBQ catering in Bockhanger
In Bockhanger, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. For street parties and school fairs and summer fêtes, we will put together a menu of pulled pork, sausages and coleslaw for your guests.
Barbecues around Bockhanger are often relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of day, and you won’t spend it cooking. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
Nearby places to Bockhanger
Other occasions in Bockhanger
Bockhanger questions
Could you cook in Ashford Warren and Hoads Wood?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Midweek dates are generally easier to get. Use our quote form.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
How much choice do we need?
You don’t need everything. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
For event organisers in Bockhanger
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Planning for dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why us?
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- An itemised quote
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Bockhanger barbecues: local tips
Bockhanger is about 2 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. Hosts in Bockhanger book us for events of all sizes. Bockhanger is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from Bockhanger to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
If you had Ashford Warren and Hoads Wood in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are often restricted in parks. Historic houses near Bockhanger include Godinton House (2.1 miles west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Bockhanger, 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.
Events anywhere in TN24 and TN25 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Local streets include Park Road, York Road and Tudor Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. For events just outside Bockhanger, we cover Kennington (1 mile north-east), Potters Corner (1 mile north-west), Godinton (2 miles south-west), Ashford (2 miles south) and Boughton Lees (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north-east), Faversham (10 miles north) and Hythe (11 miles south-east).
A little further out are County Square (1.2 miles south) and William Harvey Hospital (2.2 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Hatch Park.
- Nearby schools include Towers School and Sixth Form Centre (0.6 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Rose Inn (0.5 miles north-east)
What comes off the grill
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu.
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are quick to grill, so they keep the queue moving.
The process
One of us cooks, the others serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. At midsummer, it is light in Bockhanger until about 9:15pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:00pm.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
How to prepare
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Get a quote
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
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Occasions we serve in Bockhanger
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Bockhanger. Popular choices:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Work barbecues
- Sports clubs and team events
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Ashford International station, about 1.5 miles south.
Before you book anyone
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Travel and any London charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- Plates, china and cutlery
What BBQ catering costs
We work out each quote from:
- Access to the cooking area
- Plates or china
- Travel to Bockhanger
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
When you contact us, please mention:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
- Any venue rules
- Rough numbers
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away