Kent · England
Barbecue Catering in How Green, Kent
Want a barbecue in How Green without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, from burgers to brisket.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Charity fundraisers
- Big birthday parties
A barbecue near How Green
Common questions in How Green
Can you do a barbecue in Chiddingstone Castle Park and Gardens?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to How Green?
Hever station, about 1.3 miles south-west of the centre.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Is the food cooked safely?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Will children like the BBQ?
Typically, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Do you cover How Green?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will check the date.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
About our BBQ catering in How Green
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. On the menu are beef burgers, chicken skewers and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for work barbecues and big birthday parties.
A barbecue in the countryside near How Green makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
How we price a catered barbecue
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Crockery choices
- The number of people
- Travel to How Green
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rough numbers
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
How it works
We arrive in good time before service, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Evening barbecues in How Green need a little planning: it’s light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose BBQ catering in How Green?
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What you get with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Timed around your day
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
Take a look at our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
What else we do in How Green
Events we cater in How Green
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
People around How Green book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Family celebrations
- Summer parties in the garden
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Neighbourhood parties
Churches such as Church of St Peter rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Allergen information for every dish
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Beef brisket
Slow-cooked beef brisket, sliced to serve, rich and tender.
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
Barbecues in How Green: gardens, clubs and local tips
How Green is about 7 miles south-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We are happy to travel to How Green for events and the places nearby. How Green is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from How Green to London (23 miles away).
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Hever Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. Coming by train? Hever station, about 1.3 miles south-west, is the nearest station. How Green is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Wherever your event is in TN8, we can bring the barbecue to you. Local streets include Hever Road and How Green Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to How Green we cover include Hever (1 mile south), Newtown (2 miles south), Markbeech (2 miles south), Chiddingstone Causeway (3 miles east) and Chiddingstone Hoath (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (7 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south-east), Tonbridge (7 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles east) and Paddock Wood (12 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Tandridge Priory (5.4 miles north-west) and Hever Castle (0.7 miles south).
- Pubs nearby include The Wheatsheaf Public House (0.8 miles east)
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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