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Barbecue Catering in Lower Haysden, Kent
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BBQ catering for your event in Lower Haysden
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. Popular choices include pulled pork, beef brisket and chicken skewers, and we are regularly asked to cater sports clubs and team events and family celebrations.
Near Lower Haysden, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish.
About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Crunchy coleslaw suits barbecue food, while salads keep it light.
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, a lighter choice than burgers.
Who books BBQ catering in Lower Haysden?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
People around Lower Haysden book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Summer staff days
- Family celebrations
- Community fun days
For guests coming by train, Tonbridge station, about 1.1 miles east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether plates or china are included
- Any travel or access charges
- How dietary needs are handled
A catered BBQ in Lower Haysden: what to know
Lower Haysden is about 2 miles south-west of Tonbridge, in Kent. Lower Haysden is well within our area for events and the places nearby. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Lower Haysden to London (about 26 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Lower Haysden are Penshurst Place (2.8 miles west) and Chiddingstone Castle (4.4 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. Churches such as St Stephen's Mission Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
This part of Kent takes in TN11, so your event can be anywhere in it. We also bring barbecues to events in Leigh (1 mile west), Bidborough (1 mile south), Tonbridge (2 miles north-east), Printstile (2 miles south-west) and Southborough (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south), Swanley (15 miles north), Kings Hill (9 miles north-east) and Foley Park (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Milne Museum (1.4 miles north-east) and Tonbridge Castle (1.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Lower Haysden include Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Nearby schools include The Judd School (0.8 miles east) and West Kent College (0.8 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn (0.8 miles north)
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
After service, our staff clear up, leaving the spot tidy.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
What happens on the day
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower won’t stop it, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. For an evening barbecue in Lower Haysden, think about light: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or TN11 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
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Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue offers more variety, which helps when some guests don’t eat pork. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book our barbecue in Lower Haysden
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
FAQs for Lower Haysden
Is Lower Haysden too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Lower Haysden?
The closest is Tonbridge station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Do you offer halal meat?
No, we don’t offer halal meat. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
What do you need from the venue?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will check anything else with you.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Ask and we will quote for the mix.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Do you come to Lower Haysden?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Lower Haysden and the rest of Kent included. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
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How we price a catered barbecue
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Plates or china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Travel to Lower Haysden
- The date and time of year
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
- The address or postcode
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the grill
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
For planners, venues and organisers
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
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 everyone in the loop.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards