Kent · England
Barbecue Catering in Hoppers Corner, Kent
Give your guests a proper barbecue at your event in Hoppers Corner. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Garden parties
- Big birthday parties
- Evening wedding food
Book a BBQ in Hoppers Corner
Planning the cooking spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
BBQ catering in Hoppers Corner, cooked on site
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, while you look after your guests. Typical bookings include club open days and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, with sausages, beef burgers and halloumi skewers.
Near Hoppers Corner, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Everything is cooked through properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
Perfect for your event in Hoppers Corner
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
Hosts in Hoppers Corner book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Street parties
- Charity fundraisers
- Evening wedding food
Parks such as Quarry Wood often have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- VAT, if it applies
- A clear list of what’s included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
What happens on the day
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we’ll adjust where we can. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it is flexible. Autumn and winter barbecues in Hoppers Corner get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a cold buffet, barbecue food is hot and cooked to order. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Six meats to choose from
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Take a look at our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
Common questions in Hoppers Corner
How far is Hoppers Corner from London?
Roughly 29 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Hoppers Corner too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there is very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
Do you come to Hoppers Corner?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Hoppers Corner and the rest of Kent included. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
What do children normally eat?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Ask and we will quote for the mix.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
Planning for dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
The barbecue goes where we agreed, so the event carries on around us.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
What affects the price in Hoppers Corner
Things that change the price:
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, rich and tender.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Also near Hoppers Corner
Other occasions in Hoppers Corner
Barbecues in Hoppers Corner: gardens, clubs and local tips
Hoppers Corner is about 3 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Hoppers Corner is well within our area for events and the places nearby. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Hoppers Corner to Canterbury (27 miles away).
Within reach of Hoppers Corner are historic houses such as Stoneacre (4.9 miles east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. 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 8 miles of Hoppers Corner, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Wherever your event is in ME15, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater an event on streets such as Lower Road and Charlton Lane, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Other places close to Hoppers Corner we cover include Kettle Corner (1 mile north-east), Farleigh Green (1 mile south), Barming Heath (1 mile north), West Farleigh (1 mile south-west) and East Farleigh (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (9 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Kent Fire Brigade Museum (2.2 miles east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.4 miles north-east).
- Schools near Hoppers Corner include Oakwood Park Grammar School (1.9 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Tickled Trout pub (0.6 miles south-west)
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards