Kent · England
Barbecue Catering in East End, Kent
Fresh from the grill, served at your event in East End: a full barbecue menu, with salads and potatoes on the side.
- Big birthday parties
- Club open days
- Community fun days
Planning an event in East End?
BBQ catering for your event in East End
A home barbecue means hours at the grill and a pile of washing up. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can spend the time with your guests. We are frequently asked to cater sports clubs and team events and fundraising days, with beef brisket, pulled pork and sausages.
Near East End, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
Places near East End
Other occasions in East End
East End: your questions answered
Is East End too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will confirm details when we quote.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
How do you handle food safety?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you are not left with the mess.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll work around it where possible.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Instead of a takeaway delivery, a barbecue becomes part of the event, with the smell drawing people over. The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book with us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Planned to your running order
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Take a look at our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Step by step
On the day, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. From there, we cook as your guests come up, worked around your serving time. Evening barbecues in East End need a little planning: it’s light until about 9:15pm in June but only about 7:00pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Before we arrive
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Coleslaw is the natural partner for pulled pork, while salads keep it light.
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, in a roll or on a plate.
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
East End barbecues: local tips
East End is about 11 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. We cover East End and its neighbours for events. East End is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from East End to Canterbury (about 24 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as St Margaret's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. East End is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of Kent takes in TN17. Local streets include Wood Lane, Mockbeggar Lane and Jackson Way; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Close by, we cover events in Fosten Green (1 mile north), Clapper Hill (1 mile north-east), Parkgate (1 mile east), West Cross (2 miles south) and Strood (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (13 miles north), Ashford (11 miles east), Foley Park (14 miles north), Paddock Wood (12 miles north-west), Tenterden (3 miles east) and Bearsted (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Sissinghurst Castle (2.5 miles north-west) and Benenden Hospital (less than half a mile south).
Occasions we serve in East End
Add a hog roast for bigger events
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around East End. Popular choices:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
Within reach of East End are historic houses such as Smallhythe Place (5 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Plates, china and cutlery
What BBQ catering costs
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- Season and day of the week
- Whether you want china
- How many people are eating
- Site access
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
Here’s what we will ask:
- Allergies we should know about
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or TN17 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
- 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