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BBQ Catering in Monk's Hill
Hosting a barbecue in Monk's Hill without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Charity fundraisers
- Community fun days
- Summer parties in the garden
Planning an event in Monk's Hill?
Planning a barbecue in Monk's Hill
Monk's Hill is about 9 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Events in Monk's Hill are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. Monk's Hill is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Monk's Hill to Canterbury (20 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Smarden Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. If the day starts at a church like Church of St Michael, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Monk's Hill, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We cater events across the TN27 postcode area. Whether your event is on The Cut and Smarden Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. If your venue is just outside Monk's Hill, we also cover Standen (1 mile south-west), Smarden (1 mile north-east), Lashenden (1 mile west), Smarden Bell (1 mile north) and Curteis' Corner (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north), Faversham (15 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west) and Davington (15 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Romden Castle (1.8 miles east) and Benenden Hospital (4.4 miles south-west).
- Pubs nearby include The Flying Horse pub (0.9 miles north-east)
BBQ catering in Monk's Hill, cooked on site
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, while you look after your guests. On the menu are coleslaw, halloumi skewers and beef burgers, and we’re often booked for cricket, football and rugby club days and relaxed weddings and evening receptions.
Country barbecues near Monk's Hill are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- Site access
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- Rough numbers
- The venue or postcode
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
Running late? Let us know, and we will work around it where possible.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
What comes off the grill
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Why choose BBQ catering in Monk's Hill?
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. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why Monk's Hill hosts choose us
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Planned to your running order
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Places near Monk's Hill
Also in Monk's Hill
Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Questions from Monk's Hill
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Monk's Hill?
The closest is Headcorn station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
Should we have every meat?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage, cooked separately from the meat.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We cook under cover, so rain is not a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Where the barbecue can go in Monk's Hill
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
Who books BBQ catering in Monk's Hill?
Cooked in front of your guests
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Garden parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Headcorn station, about 2.5 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether plates or china are included
How it works
When we arrive, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. From there, we cook as your guests come up, worked around your serving time. Autumn and winter barbecues in Monk's Hill get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
How to prepare
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Name a contact for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away