Kent · England
BBQ Catering in Ickham
BBQ catering in Ickham: our chef cooks on site, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fundraising days
- Informal weddings
BBQ catering in Ickham
BBQ catering for your event in Ickham
From the grill come burgers, sausages and chicken skewers, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. You choose the mix that suits your event. For leaving parties and work barbecues, we’ll put together a menu of pulled pork, beef burgers and chicken skewers.
Near Ickham, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
A catered BBQ in Ickham: what to know
Ickham is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We are happy to travel to Ickham for events. We cater 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. Within reach of Ickham are historic houses such as Goodnestone Park (3 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
Wherever your event is in CT3, we can bring the barbecue to you. Local streets include The Street, School Lane and Baye Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Close by, we cover events in Wickhambreaux (1 mile north), Seaton (1 mile north-east), Littlebourne (1 mile west), Bramling (1 mile south-east) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
A little further out are Canterbury Castle (4.7 miles west) and St Martins Hospital (3.3 miles west).
- Pubs nearby include The Rose Inn (0.5 miles north)
Questions from Ickham
How far is Ickham from London?
About 57 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Ickham?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
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.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Normally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Why choose BBQ catering in Ickham?
Food safety taken care of
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Work barbecues
- Charity fundraisers
For anyone arriving by rail, Bekesbourne station is about 2.3 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- What crockery is supplied
- Allergen information for every dish
- Any travel or access charges
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
- Site access
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Any venue rules
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we’ll plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Beef brisket
Slow-cooked beef brisket, sliced to serve, for a more substantial plate.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests do not eat pork. A hog roast is the bigger spectacle, so some events have both. What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why us?
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Six meats to choose from
Take a look at our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Planners, venues and businesses
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
How it works
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so the queue keeps moving. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. By late September, sunset in Ickham is about 7:00pm; in December it is about 3:50pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
How to prepare
- Send final numbers in good time
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
How to get a price
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.
Read more
Towns and villages near Ickham
Also in Ickham
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
- 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards