Kent · England
BBQ Catering in Holborough
BBQ catering in Holborough: our chef cooks on site, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Informal weddings
- Birthdays and milestone parties
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How our BBQ catering works in Holborough
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. For fundraising barbecues and big birthday parties, we will put together a menu of pulled pork, beef burgers and halloumi skewers and more.
Barbecues around Holborough are frequently relaxed garden affairs. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before booking.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
What comes off the grill
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Crunchy coleslaw suits barbecue food, while salads keep it light.
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, rich and tender.
Holborough barbecues: local tips
Holborough is about 4 miles west of Chatham, in Kent. We’re happy to travel to Holborough for events. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Holborough to London (about 26 miles away).
Churches such as Church of the New Jerusalem rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. Among the historic houses close to Holborough are Starkey Castle (1.9 miles north) and Temple Manor (4 miles north-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
We cater events across the ME6, ME1 and ME19 postcode area. Local streets include Lee Road, Byrne Road and Ladds Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Holborough we cover include Snodland (1 mile south-west), Peters Village (1 mile east), Scarborough (1 mile east), Upper Halling (1 mile north-west) and Wouldham (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Gravesend (7 miles north-west) and Tonbridge (12 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include St. Catherine's Hospital (4.2 miles north-east) and Leybourne Castle (2.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Holborough includes Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Nearby schools include The Holmesdale School (1 mile south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Monks Head pub (0.5 miles south-west)
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue offers more variety, which helps when some guests do not eat pork. A hog roast is the bigger spectacle, so for bigger events, why not both?. 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.
Why us?
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Add a hog roast alongside
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Holborough
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
Questions from Holborough
Which station is closest to Holborough?
The closest is Snodland station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Can you do a barbecue in Holborough Marshes?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
What does the venue need to provide?
Mostly space and access: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll confirm details when we quote.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Tell us numbers so there is enough.
Can you cater in Holborough?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Holborough and Kent. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Perfect for your event in Holborough
No host spending the day cooking
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Holborough. Some of the most common are:
- Work barbecues
- Garden parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Retirement do’s
For anyone arriving by rail, Snodland station is about 0.5 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for every dish
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
- Whether plates or china are included
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What affects the price in Holborough
Here’s what affects the price:
- The date and time of year
- Plates or china
- Travel to Holborough
- Access to the cooking area
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. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, please mention:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
How the day 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, timed to when you want to eat. Evening barbecues in Holborough need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Gather dietary requirements early
Getting a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
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- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards