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Barbecue Catering in Hollingbourne, Kent
Want a barbecue in Hollingbourne without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Fundraising days
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Family celebrations
BBQ catering for Hollingbourne
BBQ catering for your event in Hollingbourne
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Hollingbourne and we will check it works. Typical bookings include back-garden get-togethers and club open days, serving coleslaw, pulled pork and chicken skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Hollingbourne makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
Where the barbecue can go in Hollingbourne
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Hollingbourne
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
What BBQ catering costs
Things that change the price:
- Plates or china
- Season and day of the week
- Travel to Hollingbourne
- Site access
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
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- An estimate of numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any venue rules
- The address or postcode
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Hollingbourne
Other occasions in Hollingbourne
Organising for someone else?
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.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Questions from Hollingbourne
Do you come out to small places like Hollingbourne?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
How much choice do we need?
Not typically. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we will advise on the rest.
What if it rains?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
What meats do you barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes turn a barbecue into a full meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
The process
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. By late September, sunset in Hollingbourne is about 7:00pm; in December it’s about 3:50pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and food safety is in professional hands. What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What you get with us
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Planned to your running order
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Perfect for your event in Hollingbourne
Food safety taken care of
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Charity fundraisers
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 0.6 miles west.
Before booking anyone
- What crockery is supplied
- How dietary needs are handled
- What the price includes, item by item
- Travel and any London charges
Hollingbourne barbecues: local tips
Hollingbourne is about 5 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Hollingbourne? We can help. We bring barbecues to 922 places across Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Hollingbourne to Canterbury (about 19 miles away).
Within reach of Hollingbourne are historic houses such as Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west) and Stoneacre (3 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. If the day starts at a church like All Saints Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about a mile of Hollingbourne, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Anywhere in ME17, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Upper Street, Pilgrims Way and Hollingbourne Hill, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Other places close to Hollingbourne we cover include Eyhorne Street (1 mile south-west), Broad Street (1 mile north-west), Chegworth (2 miles south), Ashbank (2 miles south-west) and Broomfield (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (5 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Laundry Museum (0.9 miles south-west) and Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Hollingbourne includes Detling Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Glyder House Sugar Loaves Public House (0.7 miles south-west)
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away