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BBQ Catering in Four Oaks
Hosting a barbecue in Four Oaks without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Sports clubs and team events
- Family celebrations
BBQ catering for Four Oaks
Barbecue venues around Four Oaks
Four Oaks is about 1 mile west of Faversham, in Kent. Events in Four Oaks are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. Four Oaks is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
Historic houses near Four Oaks include Belmont House and Gardens (3.4 miles south). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Luddenham School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
This part of Kent takes in ME13, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Nearby, we also cater events in Ospringe (1 mile south-east), Norton Ash (1 mile west), Oare (1 mile north-east), Deerton Street (1 mile north-west) and Davington (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (5 miles west), Whitstable (8 miles east) and Herne Bay (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (3.3 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include The Abbey School (1.7 miles south-east)
BBQ catering for your event in Four Oaks
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, while you look after your guests. We are frequently asked to cater back-garden get-togethers and family celebrations, with coleslaw, pulled pork and halloumi skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Four Oaks makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish.
What comes off the grill
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, in a roll or on a plate.
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu; have napkins ready.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
Common questions in Four Oaks
Is Four Oaks close to London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Four Oaks?
The closest is Faversham station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there’s very little washing up. China is available on request.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Send us your details through our quote form.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll confirm details when we quote.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Sides to make it a full meal
- A full barbecue menu
Take a look at how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
What happens on the day
One of us cooks, the others serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. Sunset in Four Oaks is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- 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 clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Four Oaks
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Four Oaks. Some of the most common are:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Summer parties in the garden
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Charity fundraisers
If the day starts at a church like St Mary's Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Before you book anyone
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether VAT is included
Places near Four Oaks
What else we do in Four Oaks
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Whether you want china
- Season and day of the week
- The journey to the venue
- Site access
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Allergies we should know about
- Rough numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Rules from the venue or landowner
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Four Oaks
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
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.
Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and 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