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Barbecue Catering in Marley, Kent
Planning a barbecue in Marley and do not want to cook? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Summer parties in the garden
- Team days and staff summer parties
BBQ catering in Marley
How our BBQ catering works in Marley
Whether it is twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a catered barbecue scales to the occasion. Tell us your rough numbers and we’ll plan the menu and service. We serve beef brisket, beef burgers and pulled pork, and we’re regularly asked to cater family celebrations and retirement do’s.
A barbecue in the countryside near Marley makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
How the day works
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. That keeps everything hot and fresh. In Marley, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Include children in your numbers
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who don’t eat pork or beef a meat option, cooked until it’s hot all the way through.
Planning a barbecue in Marley
Marley is about 7 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Marley is well within our area for events and the places nearby. We bring barbecues to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 17 miles away.
If you had Kiln Wood in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are often restricted in parks. For anyone arriving by rail, Harrietsham station is about 0.6 miles away. Marley is within about 3 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
For events in ME17, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. Streets in the area include Parks Road, Young Lane and Church Lane, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. If your venue is just outside Marley, we also cover Harrietsham (1 mile west), Pollhill (1 mile west), Sandway (1 mile south-east), Platt's Heath (1 mile south) and Chegworth (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (2.5 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.4 miles west).
- Nearby schools include The Lenham School (1.1 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Roebuck Public House (0.5 miles west)
Working with your venue
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
A barbecue or other catering?
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and food safety is in professional hands. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What you get with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Timed around your day
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our prices page or menu ideas for your barbecue.
FAQs for Marley
Do you come out to small places like Marley?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you come to Marley?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Marley and Kent. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Is the food cooked safely?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Will children like the BBQ?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower does not stop it. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
What BBQ catering costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The date and time of year
- Site access
- Distance from us
- Plates or china
What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Dietary requirements
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: send us your details through our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
Who books BBQ catering in Marley?
Six meats to choose from
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Marley. Some of the most common are:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Fundraising days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Churches such as St John the Baptist's Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
Before you book anyone
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Plates, china and cutlery
- A clear list of what’s included
Towns and villages near Marley
Other occasions in Marley
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards