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BBQ Catering in Iwade
Hosting a barbecue in Iwade without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Fundraising days
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Iwade barbecues: local tips
Iwade is about 2 miles north of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cater events of every size in Iwade. Iwade is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 17 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Kemsley station is about 1 mile away. Churches such as Church of All Saints rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
We cover events in every part of ME9 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include The Street, Sheerstone and Sheppey Way, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. For events just outside Iwade, we cover Howt Green (1 mile south), Kemsley (1 mile south-east), Milton Regis (2 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (2 miles south) and Murston (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Minster (4 miles north-east), Davington (8 miles south-east) and Foley Park (11 miles south-west).
A little further out are Court Hall Museum (1.8 miles south) and Castle Rough (1.5 miles south-east).
- Local schools include Westlands School (2.4 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Woolpack pub (less than half a mile north)
- Other local spots include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.8 miles south)
BBQ catering in Iwade, served hot
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. Our chef grills on site in Iwade, under cover, and our staff serve and clear. Typical bookings include informal weddings and fundraising barbecues, serving sausages, beef brisket and halloumi skewers.
For a barbecue in Iwade, the garden is frequently the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the garden, and we’ll do the rest. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Working with your venue
If you’re a venue or event planner, 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 it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why Iwade hosts choose us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Our chef at the grill, not you
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What happens on the day
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then it is a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. Evening barbecues in Iwade need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
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How we price a catered barbecue
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access to the cooking area
- Plates or china
- Travel to Iwade
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Roughly how many people
- The venue or postcode
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
Looking after everyone
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Request gluten-free rolls
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, right through the service.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
What comes off the grill
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are quick to grill, which helps at busy times alongside the slow-cooked meats.
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, a lighter choice than burgers.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Iwade
Which station is closest to Iwade?
The closest is Kemsley station, roughly 1 mile away.
Can you do a barbecue in Milton Creek Country Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Will children like the BBQ?
Generally, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Give us a rough number of children.
What if it rains?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Plan shelter for your guests.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, and we take our equipment with us.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
When should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it’s always worth asking: fill in our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A spot well clear of buildings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Why choose BBQ catering in Iwade?
Hot food straight off the grill
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Leaving parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Fundraising days
- Community fun days
No room at home? A club near Iwade with a terrace or field can be a good alternative.
What to look for in a quote
- Allergen information for every dish
- Any travel or access charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away