Kent · England
Barbecue Catering in Pootings, Kent
Planning a catered barbecue in Pootings? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Street parties
- Club open days
Book a BBQ in Pootings
About our BBQ catering in Pootings
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. You choose the mix that suits your event. Whether it is leaving parties and summer staff days, we can cook beef burgers, sausages and BBQ ribs.
Near Pootings, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
Common questions in Pootings
Is Pootings close to London?
Roughly 20 miles from the centre of London.
Which station is closest to Pootings?
Edenbridge station, about 1.4 miles south-west of the centre.
What do you need from the venue?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will check anything else with you.
Do you label the food for allergies?
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve, and we’ll label the meat-free choices clearly.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Should we have every meat?
You don’t need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats.
Do you offer halal meat?
We don’t. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
Step by step
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower won’t stop it, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. Autumn and winter barbecues in Pootings get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Why choose BBQ catering in Pootings?
Compared with food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- Planned to your running order
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Sides to make it a full meal
Read our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Perfect for your event in Pootings
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
Hosts in Pootings book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Evening wedding food
- Club open days
PTAs at schools such as Four Elms Primary School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Questions to ask before booking
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether VAT is included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
Prices and what affects them
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Access to the cooking area
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
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
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.
What we serve, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, for guests who prefer chicken.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg.
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Barbecue venues around Pootings
Pootings is about 6 miles south-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Events in Pootings are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We bring barbecues to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 20 miles away.
Within reach of Pootings are historic houses such as Chartwell (1.4 miles north) and Quebec House (3 miles north). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. Churches such as Congregational Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does.
For events in TN8, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. Other places close to Pootings we cover include Four Elms (1 mile south-east), Crockham Hill (1 mile north-west), Puddledock (1 mile north-east), Mowshurst (1 mile south) and Marlpit Hill (1 mile south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Sevenoaks (6 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (9 miles east), Swanley (13 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Tandridge Priory (3.1 miles north-west) and Haxted Watermill Museum (3.2 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
From the grill
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards