Medway · England
BBQ Catering in Chattenden
BBQ catering in Chattenden: our chef cooks on site, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Evening wedding food
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Leaving parties
BBQ catering for Chattenden
How it works
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, so your event carries on around us. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. By late September, sunset in Chattenden is about 7:00pm; in December it is about 3:50pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How our BBQ catering works in Chattenden
Some hosts in Chattenden pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. We’re frequently asked to cater club open days and close and cul-de-sac parties, with beef brisket, halloumi skewers and beef burgers.
Country barbecues near Chattenden are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Common questions in Chattenden
Which station is closest to Chattenden?
The closest is Strood station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
Is Chattenden close to London?
About 28 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
Do you offer halal meat?
We don’t offer halal. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Should we have every meat?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
What does the venue need to provide?
Mostly space and access: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
Chattenden barbecues: local tips
Chattenden is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Chattenden? We can help. Chattenden is one of 68 places in Medway where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Chattenden to Canterbury (26 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Chattenden Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Strood station, roughly 2.1 miles south-west of the centre.
Events anywhere in ME3 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and roughly how many guests. Local streets include Songbird Crescent, Sparrow Drive and Main Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Close by, we cover events in Lower Upnor (1 mile south), Upper Upnor (1 mile south), Wainscott (1 mile south-west), Hoo St Werburgh (1 mile east) and Cooling Street (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (4 miles south-east), Chatham (4 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Strood (3 miles south-west), Luton (3 miles south) and Park Wood (6 miles south-east).
A little further out are City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.3 miles south-west) and Huguenot Museum (2.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Nearby schools include The Hundred of Hoo Academy (0.8 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Pier pub (0.5 miles south)
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Chattenden hosts choose us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Take a look at our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
Perfect for your event in Chattenden
Cooked in front of your guests
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Chattenden. For example:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Informal weddings
- Street parties
- Leaving parties
Churches such as Bishop Gundulph Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Travel and any London charges
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so everyone has something hot.
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
Planning for dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We bring everything we need to cook and serve, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- The journey to the venue
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Numbers
- Plates or china
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Chattenden
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
Places near Chattenden
Also in Chattenden
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away