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BBQ Catering in Chevening
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Chevening? We cook outdoors under cover, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Charity fundraisers
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Informal weddings
BBQ catering for Chevening
BBQ catering for your event in Chevening
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Chevening, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. Typical bookings include leaving and retirement parties and 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays, serving coleslaw, chicken skewers and beef burgers.
In a small place like Chevening, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls.
How we price a catered barbecue
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Crockery choices
- The number of people
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Travel to Chevening
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Details that help
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers
- The venue or postcode
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
What happens on the day
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we time our arrival around your serving time. It means food comes off the grill hot. Autumn and winter barbecues in Chevening get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
How to get a price
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Beef brisket
Slow-cooked beef brisket, sliced to serve, rich and tender.
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite, filling and easy to eat.
Occasions we serve in Chevening
Hot food straight off the grill
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Chevening. Popular bookings include:
- Work barbecues
- Evening wedding food
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Leaving and retirement parties
Among the historic houses close to Chevening are Quebec House (3.3 miles south-west) and Knole House (3.9 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
What to look for in a quote
- How dietary needs are handled
- What crockery is supplied
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
Organising for someone else?
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll work around it where possible.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Where the barbecue can go in Chevening
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- Parking near the grill
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Instead of a takeaway delivery, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. 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 Chevening
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Planned to your running order
See our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
Questions from Chevening
How far is Chevening from London?
About 17 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Chevening?
The closest is Dunton Green station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Midweek dates are usually easier to get. Fill in our quote form.
Can you do halal?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately; our vegetarian and vegan options are available.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Nearby places to Chevening
Also in Chevening
Chevening barbecues: local tips
Chevening is about 3 miles north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We cover Chevening and its neighbours for events. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 17 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Dunton Green station, roughly 1.7 miles east of the centre. Churches such as Church of St Botolph rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Chevening, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over the TN14 postcode area. Other places close to Chevening we cover include Chipstead (1 mile south-east), Sundridge (2 miles south), Dunton Green (2 miles east), Bessels Green (2 miles south-east) and Riverhead (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Dartford (11 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Sevenoaks Hospital (2.8 miles east) and Kemsing Castle Bank (4.2 miles east). The countryside around Chevening includes Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Trinity School (1.7 miles south-east)
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards