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BBQ Catering in Gravel Castle
BBQ catering in Gravel Castle: a barbecue cooked at your event, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Charity fundraisers
- Summer parties in the garden
- Leaving and retirement parties
A barbecue near Gravel Castle
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- The number of people
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access to the cooking area
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What to tell us
When you enquire, please mention:
- Any venue rules
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
About our BBQ catering in Gravel Castle
Some hosts in Gravel Castle pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we’ll quote for both. We are frequently asked to cater summer parties in the garden and reunions and family get-togethers, serving pulled pork, coleslaw and beef burgers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Gravel Castle makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Gravel Castle: your questions answered
Is Gravel Castle too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Could you cook in Jumping Downs?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
We can. The hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and the barbecue adds choice.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, and the grill becomes a gathering point. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our barbecue in Gravel Castle
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
See our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Towns and villages near Gravel Castle
Other occasions in Gravel Castle
Perfect for your event in Gravel Castle
Food handled by a professional team
Hosts in Gravel Castle book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Community fun days
- Summer parties in the garden
- Family celebrations
Churches such as Church of St John the Baptist rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
What your quote should include
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- What crockery is supplied
A closer look at the menu
Beef burgers
A burger is the barbecue classic, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, sausages are simple and satisfying.
A catered BBQ in Gravel Castle: what to know
Gravel Castle is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Hosts in Gravel Castle book us for events of all sizes. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Barham Church of England Primary School, often want a barbecue. Historic houses near Gravel Castle include Goodnestone Park (3.8 miles north-east) and Acrise Place (4.8 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Gravel Castle, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Anywhere in CT4, we can bring the barbecue to you. Whether your event is on Gravel Castle Road and Church Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the barbecue to you. Other places close to Gravel Castle we cover include Barham (1 mile north-west), Derringstone (1 mile west), Heart's Delight (1 mile west), Out Elmstead (1 mile north-west) and Womenswold (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south) and Ramsgate (14 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.5 miles north-west).
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Parking near the grill
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Pulled pork
The process
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll work around it. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. Autumn and winter barbecues in Gravel Castle get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Gather dietary requirements early
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or CT4 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
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- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away