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Barbecue Catering in Charlton-in-Dover, Kent
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Charlton-in-Dover? Our chef cooks on site, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Evening wedding food
- Summer staff days
Book a BBQ in Charlton-in-Dover
BBQ catering in Charlton-in-Dover, served hot
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, while you look after your guests. We’re frequently asked to cater club open days and informal weddings, with sausages, chicken skewers and beef burgers.
For a barbecue in Charlton-in-Dover, the garden is often the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the garden, and we will do the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Numbers
- Plates or china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What we need to know
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Roughly how many people
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Allergies we should know about
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
What comes off the grill
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, alongside the other meats.
Chicken skewers
For anyone avoiding pork or beef, chicken skewers are the answer.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. 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.
Why book our barbecue in Charlton-in-Dover
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Timed around your day
- Cooked on site by our chef
Read how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- A spot well clear of buildings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Charlton-in-Dover
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
FAQs for Charlton-in-Dover
Can you do a barbecue in Connaught Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Charlton-in-Dover close to London?
Roughly 66 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
We cook under cover, so the season does not stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower does not stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Do you offer halal meat?
We don’t offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Is clearing up included?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
How it works
One of us cooks, the others serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. A summer barbecue in Charlton-in-Dover stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. In late September, it is dark by about 7:00pm.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Include children in your numbers
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Charlton-in-Dover
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Charlton-in-Dover barbecues: local tips
Charlton-in-Dover is about 1 mile south-east of Dover, in Kent. Charlton-in-Dover is well within our area for events. Charlton-in-Dover is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
Churches such as Church of St Peter and St Paul rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Charlton Church of England Primary School, often want a barbecue. The sea is within about a mile of Charlton-in-Dover, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Anywhere in CT16, CT17 and CT15, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Odo Road, Eric Road and Lorne Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. You’ll find Charlton-in-Dover on the A256, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. Nearby, we also cater events in Tower Hamlets (1 mile south-west), Guston (2 miles north-east), Church Whitfield (2 miles north), East Langdon (3 miles north-east) and West Cliffe (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles south-west) and Walmer (6 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Dover Castle (0.9 miles south-east) and Old Town Gaol (under half a mile south). Open spaces near Charlton-in-Dover include Dover Western Heights.
- Nearby schools include Dover Grammar School for Girls (less than half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (under half a mile north-east)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (under half a mile south)
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Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Ask which items contain gluten
Running late? Let us know, and we will adjust where we can.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Why choose BBQ catering in Charlton-in-Dover?
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Charlton-in-Dover. Some of the most common are:
- Garden parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Charity fundraisers
- Retirement do’s
If you had Connaught Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are often restricted in parks.
What to look for in a quote
- What crockery is supplied
- Allergen information for every dish
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Any travel or access charges
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away