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Barbecue Catering in Castle Hill, Kent
Give your guests a proper barbecue at your event in Castle Hill. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
Planning an event in Castle Hill?
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Instead of a takeaway delivery, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, and the grill becomes a gathering point. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What you get with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Serving and clearing done for you
- A full barbecue menu
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
Take a look at our prices page and BBQ menu ideas.
BBQ catering for your event in Castle Hill
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. For community fun days and reunions and family get-togethers, we will put together a menu of beef burgers, pulled pork and beef brisket for your guests.
A barbecue in the countryside near Castle Hill makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
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Planning a barbecue in Castle Hill
Castle Hill is about 7 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We’re happy to travel to Castle Hill for events and the places nearby. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 30 miles away.
Coming by train? The nearest station is Paddock Wood station, about 2.2 miles north-west. Churches such as Parish Church of All Saints rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Castle Hill, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We cater events across the TN12 postcode area. Streets in the area include Crook Road and Pearson's Green Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Close by, we cover events in Palmer's Green (1 mile south-west), Pearson's Green (1 mile north-east), Mile Oak (1 mile north-west), Horsmonden (1 mile south-east) and Hazel Street (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles west), Tonbridge (7 miles north-west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (10 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Hop Farm Museum (3 miles north) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (4.7 miles west). Open spaces near Castle Hill include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include Mascalls School (1.6 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Castle Inn (under half a mile north-east)
About the food
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, a lighter choice than burgers.
Beef burgers
No barbecue is complete without burgers, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
What happens on the day
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving for as long as we’ve agreed. For an evening barbecue in Castle Hill, think about light: 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.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Send final numbers in good time
Ask for a quote
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.
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For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Events we cater in Castle Hill
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
Hosts in Castle Hill book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Club open days
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Work barbecues
Historic houses near Castle Hill include Scotney Castle (4.3 miles south). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Comparing caterers
- Whether plates or china are included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether VAT is included
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll work around it where possible.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
Castle Hill: your questions answered
How far is Castle Hill from London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Castle Hill?
The closest is Paddock Wood station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
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. Send your date and we will check.
What do you need from the venue?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
Do you offer halal meat?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately.
Do you cover Castle Hill?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Castle Hill and the rest of Kent included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
What BBQ catering costs
Things that change the price:
- Crockery choices
- Access to the cooking area
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Rough numbers
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards