Kent · England
BBQ Catering for Hoath
A catered barbecue for events around Hoath: hot food off the grill, salads and sides, and staff to serve.
- Leaving parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Informal weddings
A barbecue near Hoath
About our BBQ catering in Hoath
Whether it’s twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Tell us your rough numbers and we’ll plan the menu and service. We’re frequently asked to cater summer staff days and charity fundraisers, serving BBQ ribs, coleslaw and chicken skewers.
Country barbecues near Hoath are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. Our staff serve and clear, so you are not left handing out rolls.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Planning a barbecue in Hoath
Hoath is about 3 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We cater events of every size in Hoath. Hoath is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Hoath Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. For anyone arriving by rail, Herne Bay station is about 2.9 miles away. The sea is within about 4 miles of Hoath, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
This part of Kent takes in CT3, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Church Road, Marley Lane and Barn Close or a nearby road, we will bring the barbecue to you. Close by, we cover events in Maypole (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile west), Old Tree (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile north) and Hollow Street (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (4.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hoath include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Hoath include Spires Academy (1.7 miles south-west)
Perfect for your event in Hoath
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
People around Hoath book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Fundraising days
- Summer parties in the garden
- Summer staff days
- Family celebrations
After a christening at a church such as Church of the Holy Cross, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Before you book anyone
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether VAT is included
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our barbecue in Hoath
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Served at the time you choose
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
What we serve, dish by dish
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, and served in a soft roll, frequently with coleslaw.
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, in a roll or with sides.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Hoath
Could you cook in Curtis Wood?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you barbecue near the sea around Hoath?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Should we have every meat?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Hoath. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
Places near Hoath
Other occasions in Hoath
Where the barbecue can go in Hoath
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
How it works
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we will adjust where we can. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. Sunset in Hoath is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Send final numbers in good time
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
Planning help
How we price a catered barbecue
We don’t use a fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- How many people are eating
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- Travel to Hoath
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:
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards