Kent · England
BBQ Catering in Postling
Planning a catered barbecue in Postling? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Team days and staff summer parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Retirement do’s
Book a BBQ in Postling
What the cooking area needs
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the grill
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
How our BBQ catering works in Postling
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. Our chef grills on site in Postling, under cover, and our staff serve and clear. We are often asked to cater leaving parties and garden parties, with sausages, beef brisket and coleslaw.
In a small place like Postling, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll plan the route. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
What affects the price in Postling
Things that change the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
- The number of people
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, send us:
- An estimate of numbers
- Allergies we should know about
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The address or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Working with your venue
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
What we serve, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, alongside the other meats.
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, for a more substantial plate.
Other occasions in Postling
Questions from Postling
Is Postling close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. The hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and the barbecue adds choice.
What do you need from the venue?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll check anything else with you.
Is the meat halal?
No. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there is very little washing up. China is available on request.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Postling
- Planned to your running order
- Our staff serve and clear
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Add a hog roast alongside
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
A catered BBQ in Postling: what to know
Postling is about 3 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Hosts in Postling book us for events of all sizes. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Postling to Canterbury (about 12 miles away).
Parks such as Sandling Park frequently have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. After a christening at a church such as Church of St Mary and St Radegund, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Postling, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. With the coast within about 4 miles of Postling, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
We cater events across the CT21 postcode area. Close by, we cover events in Stanford (1 mile south-west), Skeete (1 mile north), Etchinghill (1 mile east), Woodland (2 miles north) and Lyminge (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles east), Hythe (3 miles south) and Tower Hamlets (10 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.4 miles east) and Saltwood Castle (2.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Postling includes Tolsford Hill.
Occasions we serve in Postling
Cooked on site, served hot
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Postling. For example:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Family celebrations
- Charity fundraisers
- Informal weddings
For a fundraiser at a school like Brockhill Park Performing Arts College, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
Before you book anyone
- Plates, china and cutlery
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Allergen information for every dish
What happens on the day
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we’ll adjust where we can. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. Autumn and winter barbecues in Postling get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Include children in your numbers
Getting a price
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or CT21 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors 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 when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards