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BBQ Catering in Kilndown
A barbecue in Kilndown, without you at the grill: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Family celebrations
- Charity fundraisers
- Neighbourhood parties
A barbecue near Kilndown
BBQ catering in Kilndown, served hot
For bigger events in Kilndown, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. For family celebrations and birthdays and milestone parties, we can cook beef burgers, BBQ ribs and pulled pork and more.
Near Kilndown, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll plan the route. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How it works
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we’ll work around it. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. Sunset in Kilndown is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so most summer barbecues are served 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.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What affects the price in Kilndown
Your quote depends on:
- Season and day of the week
- The journey to the venue
- How many people are eating
- Whether you want china
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a fixed venue menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself, and eat outdoors. 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’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Hot food straight off the grill
Take a look at our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Nearby places to Kilndown
What else we do in Kilndown
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Why choose BBQ catering in Kilndown?
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
In Kilndown, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
- Neighbourhood parties
- Evening wedding food
Historic houses near Kilndown include Scotney Castle (0.8 miles west) and Wadhurst Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether plates or china are included
What we serve, dish by dish
Beef burgers
A burger is the barbecue classic, loved by most ages.
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Questions from Kilndown
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come out to small places like Kilndown?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Kilndown. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Can you cater in Kilndown?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Kilndown and the rest of Kent included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we will confirm what we need.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Barbecues in Kilndown: gardens, clubs and local tips
Kilndown is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Kilndown? We can help. Kilndown is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 30 miles away.
If the day starts at a church like Christ Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Kilndown, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Here we cover the TN17 postcode area. Whether your event is on Church Road, Beresford Close and Chicks Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. We also bring barbecues to events in Riseden (1 mile north-east), Bedgebury Cross (1 mile east), Stonecrouch (1 mile south), Three Leg Cross (2 miles south) and Flimwell (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles north-west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Finchcocks Musical Museum (1 mile north) and Old Scotney Castle (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Kilndown include Bewl Water.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away