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Barbecue Catering in Densole, Kent
A catered barbecue for events around Densole: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, served by our staff.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Evening wedding food
- Back-garden get-togethers
A barbecue near Densole
BBQ catering in Densole, served hot
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, while you look after your guests. Typical bookings include leaving parties and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, with BBQ ribs, halloumi skewers and sausages.
Near Densole, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. All the barbecue, none of the effort: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
How it works
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving. After service, we clear up and pack away. Autumn and winter barbecues in Densole get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Show us the space.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Densole
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Who books BBQ catering in Densole?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Densole. Popular bookings include:
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Garden parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Folkestone West station, about 3.1 miles south.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for every dish
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Travel and any London charges
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Travel to Densole
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
Send us the date, the address or CT18 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
A catered BBQ in Densole: what to know
Densole is about 3 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. We cover events in Densole. Densole is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as Hawkinge Primary School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. Nearby historic houses include Acrise Place (1.2 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. Densole is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. With the coast within about 4 miles of Densole, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
This part of Kent takes in CT18, so your event can be anywhere in it. From St John's Close, St John's Way and Canterbury Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Densole, we cover Hawkinge (1 mile south), Swingfield Minnis (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (2 miles south-east), Arpinge (2 miles south-west) and Selsted (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (3 miles south), Deal (12 miles north-east) and Hythe (5 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Folkestone Castle (2.1 miles south). Within reach you will find Cheriton Hill.
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Beef burgers
No barbecue is complete without burgers, loved by most ages.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll adjust where we can.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our barbecue in Densole
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Read how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Densole: your questions answered
Do you cater at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you barbecue near the sea around Densole?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
What if it rains?
The cooking area is covered, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
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What else we do in Densole
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away