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Barbecue Catering in Hawthorn, Kent
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, grilled at your venue in Hawthorn by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Engagement and anniversary parties
BBQ catering in Hawthorn
BBQ catering in Hawthorn, served hot
Hosting a barbecue generally means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. A catered barbecue takes all of that off your hands, so you can spend the time with your guests. We are frequently asked to cater relaxed weddings and evening receptions and fundraising barbecues, serving beef brisket, BBQ ribs and halloumi skewers.
In a small place like Hawthorn, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Our staff serve and clear, so you are not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
For event organisers in Hawthorn
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
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What else we do in Hawthorn
The process
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, so nobody waits for the first round. In Hawthorn, late May sunsets come at about 8:45pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Before we arrive
- Include children in your numbers
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Think about shelter for your guests
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What the cooking area needs
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what helps:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Barbecues in Hawthorn: gardens, clubs and local tips
Hawthorn is about 2 miles east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We cover events in Hawthorn. Hawthorn is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Hawthorn to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Reculver Church of England Primary School, often want a barbecue. Coming by train? Herne Bay station is about 2.4 miles away. The sea is within about 3 miles of Hawthorn, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Anywhere in CT6 and CT3, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Campion Avenue, Sweechbridge Road and Heart in Hand Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Main roads around Hawthorn include the A299, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Hawthorn we cover include Hillborough (1 mile north-west), Highstead (1 mile south), Bishopstone (1 mile north), Broomfield (1 mile west) and Beltinge (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Ramsgate (10 miles east), Broadstairs (11 miles east), Whitstable (6 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.4 miles west). The countryside around Hawthorn includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Huntsman And Horn Public House (0.8 miles west)
What BBQ catering costs
We work out each quote from:
- Season and day of the week
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
- Whether you want china
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or CT6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Ask which items contain gluten
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
FAQs for Hawthorn
Is Hawthorn 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.
How far is Hawthorn from London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we’ll label the meat-free choices clearly.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
We can. The hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and the barbecue adds choice.
What does the venue need to provide?
Mostly space and access: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. But ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Add a hog roast alongside
- A clear quote with everything listed
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Our chef at the grill, not you
Take a look at our prices page or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Perfect for your event in Hawthorn
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Club open days
- Neighbourhood parties
- Community fun days
- Fundraising barbecues
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- How dietary needs are handled
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away