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BBQ Catering for Farningham
Hot off the grill at your event in Farningham: a full barbecue menu, plus sides, served by our staff.
- Evening wedding food
- Garden parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
BBQ catering for Farningham
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Farningham
How far is Farningham from London?
Roughly 16 miles from the centre of London.
Is Farningham 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.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We will confirm details when we quote.
Should we have every meat?
Not normally. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we’ll advise on the rest.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, and we take our equipment with us.
Do you label the food for allergies?
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, and our staff serve and clear.
About our BBQ catering in Farningham
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Farningham and we will check it works. Typical bookings include retirement do’s and cricket, football and rugby club days, with BBQ ribs, halloumi skewers and chicken skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Farningham makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls.
How the day works
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. That keeps everything hot and fresh. Autumn and winter barbecues in Farningham get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Farningham
Cooked on site, served hot
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Farningham. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising barbecues
- Informal weddings
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
If the day starts at a church like Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether plates or china are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Also near Farningham
Also in Farningham
Working with your venue
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
What comes off the grill
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
Pulled pork
Because it is slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, which keeps the queue moving.
What BBQ catering costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many people are eating
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel to Farningham
- Site access
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Allergies we should know about
- Any venue rules
- The address or postcode
- The date and time of the event
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Farningham hosts choose us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Farningham barbecues: local tips
Farningham is about 5 miles south of Dartford, in Kent. We cover Farningham and its neighbours for events. Farningham is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for London, about 16 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Eynsford station, roughly 1.4 miles south-west of the centre. PTAs at schools such as The Anthony Roper Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Farningham, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Anywhere in DA4, we can cook on site for your guests. Whether your event is on High Street, London Road and South Hall Close or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Other places close to Farningham we cover include Eynsford (1 mile south-west), Horton Kirby (1 mile north-east), Maplescombe (2 miles south-east), Speed Gate (2 miles east) and Fawkham Green (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north), Sevenoaks (7 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles north-east), Tonbridge (13 miles south) and Northfleet (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eynsford Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Darenth Park Hospital (4.2 miles north). Within reach you’ll find The Warren.
- Pubs nearby include Pied Bull pub (less than half a mile north)
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away