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Barbecue Catering in Heart's Delight, Kent
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, cooked on site in Heart's Delight by our team. Our staff serve and clear.
- Fundraising days
- Work barbecues
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
A barbecue near Heart's Delight
BBQ catering in Heart's Delight, cooked on site
In Heart's Delight, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. With us cooking, nobody you know spends the afternoon at the grill. For work barbecues and reunions and family get-togethers, we can cook pulled pork, halloumi skewers and beef burgers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Heart's Delight makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why us?
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Planned to your running order
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
Read our prices page or our barbecue menu ideas.
Also near Heart's Delight
What else we do in Heart's Delight
Barbecue venues around Heart's Delight
Heart's Delight is about 1 mile south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We are happy to travel to Heart's Delight for events. Heart's Delight is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. PTAs at schools such as Minterne Community Junior School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. Heart's Delight is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Events anywhere in ME10 and ME9 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Streets in the area include The Street, Borden Lane and Coppins Lane, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Borden (1 mile north-west), Tunstall (1 mile south-east), Sittingbourne (1 mile north-east), Highsted (2 miles south-east) and Rodmersham Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (8 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.5 miles north-east) and Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.7 miles north-east).
- Schools near Heart's Delight include Westlands School (0.9 miles north)
Planning for dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll work around it where possible.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
What happens on the day
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. A summer barbecue in Heart's Delight stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:00pm.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Before we arrive
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Name a contact for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or ME10 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose BBQ catering in Heart's Delight?
Food handled by a professional team
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Fundraising barbecues
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Family celebrations
- Work barbecues
If your garden is too small, a club or hall near Heart's Delight with outdoor space frequently works.
Comparing caterers
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
- What crockery is supplied
What comes off the grill
Beef burgers
Burgers cook quickly on the grill, which helps at busy times alongside the slow-cooked meats.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
FAQs for Heart's Delight
Do you come out to small places like Heart's Delight?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What’s the nearest station to Heart's Delight?
The closest is Sittingbourne station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Is the meat halal?
We do not offer halal. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Tell us numbers so there’s enough.
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.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
What affects the price in Heart's Delight
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Numbers
- Access to the cooking area
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Rough numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away