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Barbecue Catering in Caring, Kent
BBQ catering in Caring: a barbecue cooked at your event, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Garden parties
- Sports clubs and team events
- Leaving and retirement parties
BBQ catering in Caring
Common questions in Caring
What’s the nearest station to Caring?
Bearsted station, about 1.5 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you cater at venues 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.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Plan shelter for your guests.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will confirm details when we quote.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Midweek dates are usually easier to get. Fill in our quote form.
BBQ catering in Caring, cooked on site
Some hosts in Caring pair a barbecue with a hog roast, so there is a centrepiece and plenty of choice. Ask and we will quote for both. For work barbecues and sports clubs and team events, we’ll put together a menu of beef brisket, halloumi skewers and chicken skewers.
Country barbecues near Caring are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
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What else we do in Caring
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Caring
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Timed around your day
- Six meats to choose from
- A clear quote with everything listed
See how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
What affects the price in Caring
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Travel to Caring
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- Site access
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. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, we will need:
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or ME17 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Caring
Six meats to choose from
People around Caring book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Family celebrations
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Fundraising days
For a fundraiser at a school like Leeds and Broomfield Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
What to look for in a quote
- The full menu and the sides
- Travel and any London charges
- What crockery is supplied
- Whether VAT is included
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Space for our vehicle nearby
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
A catered BBQ in Caring: what to know
Caring is about 3 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Caring is well within our area for events. We bring barbecues to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Caring to Canterbury (about 21 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, Bearsted station, about 1.5 miles north-west, is the nearest station. Nearby historic houses include Stoneacre (0.7 miles south-west) and Leeds Castle (1.7 miles east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. Caring is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We cater events across ME17. Streets in the area include Caring Lane and Caring Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Otham (1 mile south-west), Bearsted (1 mile north-west), Langley (1 mile south), Langley Heath (1 mile south) and Willington (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles west) and Faversham (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Mall Maidstone (3.1 miles west) and Laundry Museum (1.4 miles east). Within reach you will find Detling Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Orchard Spot Public House (1 mile west)
About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes turn a barbecue into a full meal.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
What happens on the day
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. At midsummer, it’s light in Caring until about 9:15pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:00pm.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Getting a price
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards