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BBQ Catering for Lunsford
BBQ catering for events in Lunsford: grilled on site with staff to serve and clear, so you can relax with your guests.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
A barbecue near Lunsford
BBQ catering for your event in Lunsford
Hosting a barbecue usually means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can spend the time with your guests. Popular choices include sausages, coleslaw and BBQ ribs, and we’re frequently booked for reunions and family get-togethers and charity fundraisers.
For a barbecue in Lunsford, the garden is often the best venue. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we’ll bring everything else. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
Common questions in Lunsford
How far is Lunsford from London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Could you cook in Leybourne Lakes Country Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Should we have every meat?
Not generally. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we’ll advise on the rest.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
Is the meat halal?
No, we do not offer halal meat. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
How it works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving for as long as we have agreed. At midsummer, it’s light in Lunsford until about 9:20pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:00pm.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
How to prepare
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
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How we price a catered barbecue
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary requirements
- Anything the venue has asked for
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch, especially at a wedding or work event.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Request gluten-free rolls
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Why choose BBQ catering in Lunsford?
Next to a buffet, barbecue food is hot and cooked to order. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Timed around your day
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Our chef at the grill, not you
Take a look at our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
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 planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Lunsford barbecues: local tips
Lunsford is about 5 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We are happy to travel to Lunsford for events and the places nearby. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Lunsford to London (26 miles away).
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is New Hythe station, about 0.7 miles east. If you had Leybourne Lakes Country Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are frequently restricted in parks.
Wherever your event is in ME20, we can bring the barbecue to you. Local streets include Sassoon Close, Chaucer Way and Masefield Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. If your venue is just outside Lunsford, we also cover New Hythe (1 mile east), Larkfield (1 mile south), Leybourne (1 mile south-west), Snodland (1 mile north) and Birling (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
A little further out are Maidstone Hospital (3.2 miles south-east) and Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Nearby schools include The Holmesdale School (0.9 miles north) and The Malling School (1.4 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find Freemasons Arms (0.6 miles north)
Occasions we serve in Lunsford
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Sports clubs and team events
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Fundraising barbecues
Among the historic houses close to Lunsford are Starkey Castle (3.8 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Travel and any London charges
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- Parking near the grill
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away