Kent · England
BBQ Catering in Hothfield
Give your guests a catered BBQ at your event in Hothfield. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Summer staff days
- Fundraising barbecues
- Retirement do’s
A barbecue near Hothfield
BBQ catering in Hothfield, served hot
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. For neighbourhood parties and charity fundraisers, we will put together a menu of beef brisket, BBQ ribs and pulled pork for your guests.
A barbecue in the countryside near Hothfield makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
Hothfield barbecues: local tips
Hothfield is about 3 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Hothfield and the surrounding area are covered for events. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Hothfield to Canterbury (14 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, Charing station is about 2.9 miles away. Within reach of Hothfield are historic houses such as Godinton House (1 mile south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Hothfield, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
For events in TN26, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. Your event could be at a house on The Street, Sackville Close and Beech Drive, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. For events just outside Hothfield, we cover Tutt Hill (1 mile north), Ram Lane (1 mile north), Potters Corner (1 mile east), Westwell Leacon (2 miles north) and Godinton (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (3 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north) and Hythe (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include County Square (2.7 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (4.6 miles south-east).
Prices and what affects them
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Plates or china
- Season and day of the week
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
- Rough numbers
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Ask which items 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.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
What comes off the grill
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)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Questions from Hothfield
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is Hothfield close to London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
What if it rains?
We bring cover for the grill, so it is guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
What meats do you barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you cover Hothfield?
Yes, Hothfield is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A clear way in from where we park
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
Events we cater in Hothfield
Food handled by a professional team
People around Hothfield book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Summer staff days
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Neighbourhood parties
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Margaret, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether VAT is included
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests do not eat pork. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so some events have both. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Serving and clearing done for you
Read our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
The process
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it is a case of cooking and serving for as long as we’ve agreed. Sunset in Hothfield is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is usually in daylight.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
Ask for a quote
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to Hothfield
More for events in Hothfield
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards