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Barbecue Catering in Cranbrook, Greater London
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in Cranbrook. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Evening wedding food
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Planning an event in Cranbrook?
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Cranbrook
- Served at the time you choose
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
BBQ catering for your event in Cranbrook
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Cranbrook and we will check it works. Popular choices include sausages, chicken skewers and beef brisket, and we are frequently booked for garden parties and street parties.
Around Cranbrook, most London barbecues are in back gardens, yards, courtyards and car parks. If there’s no side passage, a rear gate or yard may work, and send us a picture. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
- Where
- Cranbrook (IG1, IG2, E12)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Cranbrook
Which station is closest to Cranbrook?
The closest is Ilford station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Could you cook in Valentines Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we’ll check.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Should we have every meat?
You do not need everything. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
Do you come to Cranbrook?
Yes, Cranbrook is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Normally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season does not stop us. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Perfect for your event in Cranbrook
Food safety taken care of
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Cranbrook. For example:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Informal weddings
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Leaving and retirement parties
After a christening at a church such as St Clement's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before you book
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Allergen information for every dish
- Travel and any London charges
Step by step
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. Autumn and winter barbecues in Cranbrook get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Get a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or IG1 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Parking near the grill
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
Cranbrook is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the grill
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
Cranbrook barbecues: local tips
Cranbrook is about 2 miles north-east of Forest Gate, in Greater London. We cover events in Cranbrook. We bring barbecues to all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Cranbrook to London (about 8 miles away).
No room at home? A club near Cranbrook with a terrace or field can be a good alternative. A green space like Valentines Park is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so.
Anywhere in IG1, IG2 and E12, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Mill Road, York Road and Prior Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Nearby, we also cater events in Ilford (1 mile south-east), Redbridge (1 mile north-west), Gants Hill (1 mile north-east), Little Ilford (1 mile south) and Manor Park (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in London (8 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles west), Marylebone (10 miles west), Kensington (12 miles west), St Pancras (8 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Redbridge Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Wanstead Hospital (2.1 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Ripple Nature Reserve and Hollow Pond.
- Nearby schools include Highlands Primary School (under half a mile west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Great Spoon of Ilford pub (less than half a mile south-east)
- Other local spots include Cann Hall (2.3 miles west)
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, in a roll or on a plate.
What affects the price in Cranbrook
Each price is built from:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything the venue has asked for
- An estimate of numbers
- Dietary requirements
Send us the date, the address or IG1 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
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For planners, venues and organisers
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away