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Barbecue Catering in Minster, Kent
BBQ catering in Minster: a barbecue cooked at your event, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Work barbecues
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Planning an event in Minster?
BBQ catering in Minster, served hot
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. We cook on site at your event in Minster, outdoors under cover, and our staff serve and clear. Whether it’s charity fundraisers and summer staff days, we can cook pulled pork, beef brisket and halloumi skewers.
In a town like Minster, a garden barbecue is a summer favourite, with a club, hall or pub garden as a good alternative. We need a level spot away from the house. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
How we price a catered barbecue
Each price is built from:
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
- The number of people
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary requirements
Getting a quote is simple: 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.
For event organisers in Minster
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
Barbecue venues around Minster
Minster is about 6 miles north-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cover events in Minster, along with the towns and villages around it. We cater 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
Parks such as Barton's Point Coastal Park frequently have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. For guests coming by train, Queenborough station is about 2.3 miles away.
We cater events across ME12 and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as High Street, Lapwing Close and Copland Avenue, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Minster sits on or near the A2500 and B2008, which makes travel to your event easy. Close by, we cover events in Halfway Houses (1 mile west), Sheerness (2 miles north-west), Queenborough (2 miles west), Eastchurch (3 miles east) and Rushenden (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles south-west), Whitstable (11 miles south-east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Herne Bay (15 miles east) and Davington (8 miles south-east).
A little further out are Minster Gatehouse Museum (less than half a mile north-east) and Castle Rough (4.5 miles south-west).
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey (0.8 miles west) and Leigh Academy Minster (0.9 miles west)
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Minster
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A closer look at the menu
Sausages
Sausages go down well with younger guests.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why book our barbecue in Minster
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Timed around your day
Read how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Places near Minster
More for events in Minster
Why choose BBQ catering in Minster?
Food handled by a professional team
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Minster. Popular bookings include:
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Leaving parties
- Garden parties
- Street parties
After a christening at a church such as The Abbey Church Of St Mary And St Sexburga, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Before you book anyone
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Whether travel is included
- How dietary needs are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Questions from Minster
Is Minster close to London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London.
Could you cook in Barton's Point Coastal Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it is always worth asking: fill in our quote form.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
Do you need anything from us?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Let us know about the site and we will confirm what we need.
Will children like the BBQ?
Typically, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Is clearing up included?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
What happens on the day
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. Sunset in Minster is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- 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 leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or ME12 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
Related guides
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away