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BBQ Catering for Cowden
Want a barbecue in Cowden without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
Book a BBQ in Cowden
How it works
On the day, we set up the barbecue on the agreed spot, put the cover up and get it hot. From there, we cook as your guests come up, timed to when you want to eat. Sunset in Cowden is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Preparing for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
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How our BBQ catering works in Cowden
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Cowden, under cover, and our staff serve and clear. Whether it is relaxed weddings and evening receptions and neighbourhood parties, we’ll put together a menu of sausages, beef burgers and beef brisket for your guests.
In a small place like Cowden, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
Planning a barbecue in Cowden
Cowden is about 5 miles east of East Grinstead, in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Cowden? We cover the whole area. Cowden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 24 miles away.
Historic houses near Cowden include Bassetts Manor (1.7 miles south) and Hammerwood Park (1.7 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Churches such as Church of St Mary Magdalene rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. Cowden is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Anywhere in TN8, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Street and Chantlers Mead, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Stick Hill (2 miles north), Hammerwood (2 miles west), Marsh Green (3 miles north-west), Ashurst Wood (4 miles south-west) and Dormansland (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles east), Tonbridge (9 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (13 miles east), Southborough (7 miles east) and Edenbridge (4 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Queen Victoria Hospital (4 miles west) and Bolebroke Castle (1.8 miles south).
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Inn (less than half a mile north-east)
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, so the event carries on around us.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we’ll plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Pulled pork
Because it’s slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, so nobody waits for the grill.
Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Why choose BBQ catering in Cowden?
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and food safety is in professional hands. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why Cowden hosts choose us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A green light from whoever owns the site
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
Perfect for your event in Cowden
Food handled by a professional team
In Cowden, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthday parties
- Leaving parties
- Summer parties in the garden
- Summer staff days
For guests coming by train, Cowden station is about 1 mile away.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
More for events in Cowden
How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Whether you want china
- Travel to Cowden
What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
- Allergies we should know about
- Rough numbers
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Cowden questions
Do you come out to small places like Cowden?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is Cowden close to London?
About 26 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
What meats do you barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it’s always worth asking: fill in our quote form.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
- 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards