Kent · England
BBQ Catering for Marden Beech
BBQ catering in Marden Beech: our chef cooks on site, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Summer parties in the garden
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
A barbecue near Marden Beech
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Parking near the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
How our BBQ catering works in Marden Beech
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. We’re often asked to cater big birthday parties and club open days, with chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and sausages.
A barbecue in the countryside near Marden Beech makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
For event organisers in Marden Beech
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Events we cater in Marden Beech
No host spending the day cooking
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Marden Beech and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Informal weddings
- Fundraising barbecues
- Garden parties
If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Marden station, roughly 1.1 miles north-east of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for every dish
- The full menu and the sides
- What crockery is supplied
What BBQ catering costs
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Numbers
- Site access
- Distance from us
- Plates or china
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- Allergies we should know about
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, in a roll or on a plate.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Marden Beech questions
Which station is closest to Marden Beech?
Marden station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Marden Beech too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We tidy the serving area. China is available on request.
Should we have every meat?
You do not need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we will advise on the rest.
Do you offer halal meat?
No, we do not offer halal meat. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
A catered BBQ in Marden Beech: what to know
Marden Beech is about 8 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Marden Beech? We cover the whole area. We cater all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Marden Beech to Canterbury (about 27 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as Marden Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. After a christening at a church such as St Michael and All Angels Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Marden Beech, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of Kent takes in TN12. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Marden (1 mile north-east), Claygate (2 miles north-west), Brandfold (2 miles south), Capel Cross (2 miles south-west) and Pearson's Green (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (8 miles north), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles west), Tonbridge (9 miles west), Kings Hill (8 miles north-west) and Foley Park (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include South East Romany Museum (1.6 miles north-east).
The process
On the day, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. Then our chef cooks through the service time, worked around your serving time. Evening barbecues in Marden Beech need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. 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.
Why book with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Timed around your day
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- A full barbecue menu
See how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Towns and villages near Marden Beech
More for events in Marden Beech
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away