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Barbecue Catering in Newtown, Kent
Hosting a barbecue in Newtown without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Big birthday parties
- Sports clubs and team events
BBQ catering in Newtown
About our BBQ catering in Newtown
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Tell us about the space in Newtown and we’ll check it works. Whether it is family celebrations and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, we can cook BBQ ribs, halloumi skewers and chicken skewers.
Near Newtown, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will handle the rest. Everything is cooked through properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
How the day works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it is a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. In Newtown, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, 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.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
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Events we cater in Newtown
Food safety taken care of
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Street parties
- Garden parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
Coming by train? Hever station, about 1 mile north-west, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Travel and any London charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Other occasions in Newtown
A closer look at the menu
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, alongside the other meats.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork in a roll with coleslaw is hard to beat, filling and easy to eat.
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the grill
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and it does not need a kitchen. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- A full barbecue menu
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
Read how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Barbecues in Newtown: gardens, clubs and local tips
Newtown is about 6 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Newtown? 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 Newtown to London (24 miles away).
Churches such as Church of the Holy Trinity rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does. PTAs at schools such as Hever Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. Newtown is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We bring barbecues to events all over the TN8 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Pigdown Lane and Uckfield Lane, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. If your venue is just outside Newtown, we also cover Markbeech (1 mile south), Hever (1 mile north), Chiddingstone Hoath (1 mile south-east), How Green (2 miles north) and Walter's Green (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (8 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles east), Tonbridge (7 miles east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (12 miles east) and Southborough (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Haxted Watermill Museum (3.8 miles west) and Hever Castle (1 mile north).
- Pubs nearby include The Kentish Horse pub (0.5 miles south)
Prices and what affects them
Each price is built from:
- Season and day of the week
- The number of people
- Crockery choices
- Distance from us
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many people
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The address or postcode
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Newtown: your questions answered
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald 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.
Is Newtown close to London?
About 24 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
How soon do you get booked up?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Is the meat halal?
No. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it; our vegetarian and vegan options are available.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away