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Barbecue Catering in East Malling, Kent
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in East Malling. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Informal weddings
- Summer parties in the garden
A barbecue near East Malling
Perfect for your event in East Malling
Food handled by a professional team
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in East Malling. Some of the most common are:
- Club open days
- Summer staff days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Evening wedding food
Thinking of a barbecue in Ditton Quarry? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, typically the council’s.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- What crockery is supplied
BBQ catering in East Malling, served hot
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. Pick the meats that suit your guests. We serve sausages, pulled pork and halloumi skewers, and we are often booked for leaving parties and fundraising barbecues.
Barbecues around East Malling are often relaxed garden affairs. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish.
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Organising for someone else?
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
The menu, dish by dish
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch, especially at a wedding or work event.
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, and served in a soft roll, often with coleslaw.
Looking after everyone
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
Why choose BBQ catering in East Malling?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. 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. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Our staff serve and clear
- Timed around your day
Take a look at our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Barbecues in East Malling: gardens, clubs and local tips
East Malling is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Thinking about a catered barbecue in East Malling? We can help. East Malling is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our bookings stretch from East Malling to London (about 27 miles away).
If the day starts at a church like Church of St James, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. If guests are travelling by rail, East Malling station is about 0.7 miles away.
Here we cover the ME19 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on High Street, Chapman Way and Lister Close or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Well Street (1 mile south), Ditton (1 mile east), West Malling (1 mile west), Aylesford (2 miles east) and Kings Hill (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.9 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Schools near East Malling include The Malling School (less than half a mile south)
- Local pubs include The Rising Sun pub (within half a mile south)
Common questions in East Malling
Can you do a barbecue in Ditton Quarry?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Is East Malling close to London?
About 27 miles from central London.
Is clearing up included?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. China is available on request.
When should we book BBQ catering?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. But ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
What if it rains?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage, cooked separately from the meat.
What meats do you barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
How the day works
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. By late September, sunset in East Malling is about 7:00pm; in December it’s about 3:50pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Let us know about children’s numbers
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or ME19 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in East Malling
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
How we price a catered barbecue
Each price is built from:
- Crockery choices
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Allergies we should know about
- Roughly how many people
- Any venue rules
- Where the event is
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards