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BBQ Catering for Old Wives Lees
Want a barbecue in Old Wives Lees without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- Garden parties
- Retirement do’s
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
Planning an event in Old Wives Lees?
BBQ catering in Old Wives Lees, cooked on site
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. Typical bookings include street parties and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, serving BBQ ribs, pulled pork and coleslaw.
A barbecue in the countryside near Old Wives Lees makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
What BBQ catering costs
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- Plates or china
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, send us:
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies we should know about
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
Step by step
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then it is a case of cooking and serving for as long as we’ve agreed. In Old Wives Lees, late May sunsets come at about 8:45pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll work around it where possible.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Barbecues in Old Wives Lees: gardens, clubs and local tips
Old Wives Lees is about 5 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. We’re happy to travel to Old Wives Lees for events. Old Wives Lees is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover.
PTAs at schools such as Chilham frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. After a christening at a church such as Church of St Mary, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Old Wives Lees is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Cherry Orchard, Cobbs Hill and Green Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. For events just outside Old Wives Lees, we cover Chilham (1 mile south), Mountain Street (1 mile south), Oversland (2 miles north), Neames Forstal (2 miles north-west) and Shottenden (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (9 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (7 miles north) and Faversham (5 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Chilham Castle (0.9 miles south-west) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.1 miles east). Open spaces near Old Wives Lees include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Star Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
Events we cater in Old Wives Lees
Cooked on site, served hot
Hosts in Old Wives Lees book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Charity fundraisers
- Club open days
- Leaving and retirement parties
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Chilham station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs are handled
- Plates, china and cutlery
- What the price includes, item by item
FAQs for Old Wives Lees
How far is Old Wives Lees from London?
Roughly 49 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Old Wives Lees?
Chilham station, about 0.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Let us know how many to expect.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Six meats to choose from
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Take a look at how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
A closer look at the menu
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table.
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, they’re the easy crowd-pleaser.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away