Kent · England
BBQ Catering for Dunk's Green
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Dunk's Green? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street parties
A barbecue near Dunk's Green
BBQ catering in Dunk's Green, served hot
For bigger events in Dunk's Green, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. Whether it’s street parties and reunions and family get-togethers, we can cook BBQ ribs, pulled pork and coleslaw and more.
Country barbecues near Dunk's Green are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, with beef, chicken and pork rather than one main meat. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Cooked on site by our chef
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Barbecues in Dunk's Green: gardens, clubs and local tips
Dunk's Green is about 4 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. Dunk's Green is well within our area for events and the places nearby. Dunk's Green is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Dunk's Green to London (24 miles away).
Within reach of Dunk's Green are historic houses such as Old Soar Manor (0.9 miles north-east) and Ightham Mote (1.7 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. If the day starts at a church like Plaxtol Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Dunk's Green, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of Kent takes in TN11. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Plaxtol (1 mile north), Roughway (1 mile east), Claygate Cross (2 miles north), Crouch (2 miles north) and Pittswood (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (6 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (4 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (5.3 miles south) and Ightham Court (3.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Barden Lake.
- Nearby schools include Hadlow Rural Community School (2.1 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Kentish Rifleman Public House (within half a mile south-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Occasions we serve in Dunk's Green
Meat-free choices that are not an afterthought
Hosts in Dunk's Green book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Work barbecues
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Fundraising days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
PTAs at schools such as Plaxtol Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Questions to ask before booking
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether plates or china are included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- VAT, if it applies
The process
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. A summer barbecue in Dunk's Green stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:00pm.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
Read more
FAQs for Dunk's Green
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’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Dunk's Green?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Can you do halal?
No. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you need anything from us?
Mostly space and access: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will check anything else with you.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage, cooked separately from the meat.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Chicken skewers
Skewers are easy to serve and easy to eat, with salad or in a roll.
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
More for events in Dunk's Green
Planning the cooking spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what helps:
- Parking near the grill
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Whether you want china
- The number of people
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away