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BBQ Catering for Hawkhurst
BBQ catering in Hawkhurst for your event: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, and staff to serve.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Fundraising barbecues
- Evening wedding food
Book a BBQ in Hawkhurst
BBQ catering in Hawkhurst, cooked on site
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Hawkhurst: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Whether it is work barbecues and fundraising barbecues, we’ll put together a menu of beef burgers, sausages and halloumi skewers.
In a place like Hawkhurst, a barbecue at home is usually the easiest option. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we’ll do the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
Common questions in Hawkhurst
How far is Hawkhurst from London?
About 41 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the High Weald 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.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Can you do halal?
No, we don’t offer halal meat. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Is the food cooked safely?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
A catered BBQ in Hawkhurst: what to know
Hawkhurst is about 12 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Hawkhurst and the surrounding area are covered for events. Hawkhurst is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Hawkhurst to Canterbury (about 29 miles away).
Coming by train? The nearest station is Etchingham station, about 4 miles south-west. If the day starts at a church like Church of All Saints, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Hawkhurst, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in TN18 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and roughly how many guests. From High Street, Barretts Road and Norris Close or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Close by, we cover events in Beal's Green (1 mile north), Pipsden (1 mile east), The Moor (1 mile south-west), Gill's Green (1 mile north) and Little Conghurst (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (10 miles north-west), Tenterden (8 miles east) and Southborough (13 miles north-west).
A little further out are Ticehurst House Hospital (4.9 miles west).
- Schools near Hawkhurst include Marlborough House School (0.5 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Queen's Hotel (within half a mile south-east)
The menu, dish by dish
Sausages
Children typically head straight for the sausages, and they’re easy to eat standing up.
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, alongside the other meats.
Why choose BBQ catering in Hawkhurst?
Hot food straight off the grill
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Hawkhurst. Popular bookings include:
- Charity fundraisers
- Leaving parties
- Evening wedding food
- Community fun days
Nearby historic houses include Great Dixter (5 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
Comparing caterers
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Whether plates or china are included
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Salads
What BBQ catering costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The date and time of year
- Travel to Hawkhurst
- Crockery choices
- Site access
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
When you enquire, please mention:
- Allergies we should know about
- The address or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Any venue rules
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
How the day works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. Autumn and winter barbecues in Hawkhurst get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Let us know about children’s numbers
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or TN18 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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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Served at the time you choose
- No surprises: everything in writing
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards