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BBQ Catering in East Farleigh
BBQ catering in East Farleigh for your event: hot food off the grill, salads and sides, and staff to serve.
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Leaving parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
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BBQ catering for your event in East Farleigh
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. In East Farleigh, we’ll set up where it suits your event. Whether it is informal weddings and fundraising days, we can cook BBQ ribs, pulled pork and sausages and more.
Country barbecues near East Farleigh are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
What BBQ catering costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
- Access to the cooking area
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- Allergies we should know about
It is 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.
Barbecues in East Farleigh: gardens, clubs and local tips
East Farleigh is about 2 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. East Farleigh and the surrounding area are covered for events. East Farleigh is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like East Farleigh Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Churches such as Church of Saint Mary rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. East Farleigh is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over the ME15 and ME16 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Station Road, Lower Road and Kilnbridge Close, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. With the B2010 close by, East Farleigh is easy for us to reach with the barbecue. Close by, we cover events in Dean Street (1 mile east), Kettle Corner (1 mile west), Farleigh Green (1 mile west), Hoppers Corner (1 mile west) and Fant (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north), Tonbridge (10 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Fremlin Walk (2.2 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Boxley Hills.
- Schools near East Farleigh include Oakwood Park Grammar School (1.4 miles north-east) and St Augustine Academy (1.4 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Inn (less than half a mile south)
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The process
Grilled food is at its best when it’s hot, so we cook to order through service. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, which keeps the queue moving. In East Farleigh, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so an early-evening barbecue is usually in daylight.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Gather dietary requirements early
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. 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 East Farleigh hosts choose us
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Our staff serve and clear
Read our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in East Farleigh
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 work to whatever the site needs.
How far is East Farleigh from London?
About 30 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come to East Farleigh?
Yes, East Farleigh is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in East Farleigh. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
The menu, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal.
Perfect for your event in East Farleigh
Food safety taken care of
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Sports clubs and team events
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
Within reach of East Farleigh are historic houses such as Stoneacre (4 miles east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- The full menu and the sides
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away