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Barbecue Catering in Hoaden, Kent
Planning a catered barbecue in Hoaden? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
BBQ catering for Hoaden
Where the barbecue can go in Hoaden
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the grill
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
How our BBQ catering works in Hoaden
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. Whether it’s retirement do’s and informal weddings, we’ll put together a menu of beef brisket, beef burgers and BBQ ribs and more.
A barbecue in the countryside near Hoaden makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. Everything is cooked through properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
Why choose BBQ catering in Hoaden?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
In Hoaden, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Fundraising barbecues
For a fundraiser at a school like Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- VAT, if it applies
- A clear list of what’s included
- Plates, china and cutlery
How we price a catered barbecue
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether you want china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Distance from us
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
- Roughly how many people
- The venue or postcode
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
How it works
When we arrive, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. From there, we cook as your guests come up, worked around your serving time. Autumn and winter barbecues in Hoaden get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Gather dietary requirements early
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask which items contain gluten
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Hoaden
How far is Hoaden from London?
About 60 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Hoaden?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it is always worth asking: use our quote form.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Most events pick three or four.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, and our staff serve and clear.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
We cook under cover, so the season does not stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
For event organisers in Hoaden
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Hoaden barbecues: local tips
Hoaden is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Hoaden? We cover the whole area. Hoaden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Hoaden to Canterbury (7 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Hoaden are Goodnestone Park (3.4 miles south). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. Churches such as Elmstone Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does.
For events in CT3, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. Whether your event is on Overland Lane and Walmestone Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Other places close to Hoaden we cover include Nash (1 mile south-west), Perry (1 mile west), Elmstone (1 mile north-west), Shatterling (1 mile south-west) and Durlock (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include White Mill (3.5 miles east). Within reach you will find Monk's Wall nature reserve.
The menu, dish by dish
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, served on a plate or in a roll.
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a DIY barbecue, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Add a hog roast alongside
Read our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Nearby places to Hoaden
Also in Hoaden
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards