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Barbecue Catering in Otford, Kent
Planning a barbecue in Otford and do not want to cook? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- Work barbecues
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Fundraising days
Book a BBQ in Otford
A closer look at the menu
Sausages
Sausages go down well with younger guests, and they’re easy to eat standing up.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is slow-cooked until it falls apart, and served in a soft roll, frequently with coleslaw.
About our BBQ catering in Otford
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Otford. Whether it’s sports clubs and team events and 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays, we can cook beef burgers, sausages and beef brisket and more.
Barbecues around Otford are frequently relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of day, and you won’t spend it cooking. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
The process
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. A summer barbecue in Otford stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:05pm.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
Get a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or TN14 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Events we cater in Otford
Six meats to choose from
Hosts in Otford book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Street parties
- Community fun days
- Garden parties
Nearby historic houses include Knole House (3.2 miles south) and Lullingstone Castle (3.3 miles north). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Travel and any London charges
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel to Otford
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
- The number of people
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
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Dietary requirements
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Otford barbecues: local tips
Otford is about 2 miles north of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We cover Otford and its neighbours for events. We bring barbecues to 922 places across Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Otford to London (18 miles away).
Parks such as Fackenden Down frequently have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. For anyone arriving by rail, Otford has its own station, Otford station. Otford is within about 2 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We cover events in every part of TN14 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Station Road, High Street and Bubblestone Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Close by, we cover events in Twitton (1 mile west), Shoreham (2 miles north), Sepham Heath (2 miles north-west), Halstead (3 miles north-west) and Badgers Mount (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles east), Dartford (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east) and Northfleet (11 miles north-east).
A little further out are Kemsing Castle Bank (1.7 miles east) and Otford Heritage Centre (less than half a mile south-east). Within reach you’ll find Dryhill Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include St Michael's Preparatory School (0.7 miles east) and Knole Academy (1.7 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Woodman pub (under half a mile north)
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
What the cooking area needs
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- A spot well clear of buildings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Otford
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
Otford: your questions answered
How far is Otford from London?
Roughly 18 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Otford?
Otford has its own station: Otford station.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What do you need from the venue?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We will confirm details when we quote.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we’ll suggest a split.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We tidy the serving area. Ask if you’d like china.
Towns and villages near Otford
Other occasions in Otford
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and food safety is in professional hands. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Served at the time you choose
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Read how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away