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Barbecue Catering in Broadstairs, Kent
A catered barbecue for your event in Broadstairs: grilled on site with staff to serve and clear, so you can relax with your guests.
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Summer parties in the garden
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
BBQ catering in Broadstairs
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a cold buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked, and nothing sits out all afternoon. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why Broadstairs hosts choose us
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- A clear quote with everything listed
See how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
How our BBQ catering works in Broadstairs
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, and pulled pork, brisket and ribs make it a proper feast. Pick the meats that suit your guests. On the menu are coleslaw, halloumi skewers and BBQ ribs, and we’re frequently booked for team days and staff summer parties and retirement do’s.
In Broadstairs, barbecues are booked for parties, work days and club events. The common need is a spot outside for the grill, with cover overhead. Everything is cooked through properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
What comes off the grill
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, served on a plate or in a roll.
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table.
What happens on the day
We get there well ahead of food time, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. The smell soon brings people over. By late September, sunset in Broadstairs is about 7:00pm; in December it’s about 3:50pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Include children in your numbers
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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Planning a barbecue in Broadstairs
Broadstairs is about 16 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Broadstairs is well within our area for events. Broadstairs is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Quex Park (4.7 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. For anyone arriving by rail, there is a station right in Broadstairs: Broadstairs station. The sea is within about 2 miles of Broadstairs, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
We bring barbecues to events all over CT10, CT9 and CT12 and the streets around it. From High Street, Union Square and Church Road or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Being close to the A254 and A255, Broadstairs is simple for us to get to with the barbecue. For events just outside Broadstairs, we cover Upton (1 mile south-west), St Peter's (1 mile north-west), Northwood (1 mile south-west), Kingsgate (2 miles north) and Northdown (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (13 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south), Whitfield (15 miles south-west), Sandwich (7 miles south-west) and Aylesham (14 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Westwood Cross (1.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local schools include The Charles Dickens School (under half a mile west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Little Albion Inn (within half a mile north-west)
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Perfect for your event in Broadstairs
Add a hog roast for bigger events
Hosts in Broadstairs book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Big birthday parties
- Family celebrations
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether plates or china are included
What affects the price in Broadstairs
Your quote depends on:
- Plates or china
- The journey to the venue
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- Dietary requirements
- Where the event is
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Questions from Broadstairs
Which station is closest to Broadstairs?
Broadstairs has its own station: Broadstairs station.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What meats do you barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Broadstairs. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- Permission from the venue or landowner
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards