Medway · England
Barbecue Catering in Rainham, Medway
BBQ catering for events in Rainham: grilled on site and served by our team, so you can relax with your guests.
- Big birthday parties
- Neighbourhood parties
- Retirement do’s
A barbecue near Rainham
Organising for someone else?
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
BBQ catering for your event in Rainham
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Rainham: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Typical bookings include street parties and cricket, football and rugby club days, with halloumi skewers, coleslaw and beef brisket.
Sports clubs and schools around Rainham often host summer barbecues, with the grill set up beside the field or car park. Check the club or school is happy first. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
What affects the price in Rainham
The price comes down to:
- Season and day of the week
- Site access
- Travel to Rainham
- The number of people
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and it does not need a kitchen. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Served at the time you choose
Read our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
How the day works
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. Autumn and winter barbecues in Rainham get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Include children in your numbers
How to get a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Barbecues in Rainham: gardens, clubs and local tips
Rainham is about 2 miles south-east of Gillingham, in Medway. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Rainham? We can help. Rainham is one of 68 places in Medway where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 21 miles away.
If you had Foxburrow Wood in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are frequently restricted in parks. For guests coming by train, Rainham (Kent) station is about 0.5 miles away. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Rainham, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Wherever your event is in ME8 and ME9, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a house on Durham Road, London Road and Bloors Lane, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Meresborough (1 mile south), Moor Street (1 mile east), Lower Rainham (1 mile north), Hartlip (2 miles south-east) and Lower Hartlip (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chatham (3 miles west), Rochester (5 miles north-west), Strood (6 miles west), Luton (3 miles west), Lordswood (3 miles south-west) and Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north-west). Rainham is among the bigger towns we cover in Medway, with lots of choice for events.
Well-known places in the area include Medway Maritime Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.9 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Detling Hill and Bishop Saltings.
- Local schools include Howard School (0.7 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Railway pub (0.5 miles north)
Towns and villages near Rainham
Also in Rainham
What comes off the grill
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, served alongside the burgers and sausages.
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, in a roll or with sides.
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Request gluten-free rolls
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the grill
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
Events we cater in Rainham
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
In Rainham, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Retirement do’s
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Club open days
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Margaret, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- What crockery is supplied
- Allergen information for every dish
Rainham: your questions answered
How far is Rainham from London?
About 32 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Rainham?
Rainham (Kent) station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Let us know how many to expect.
Is the food cooked safely?
That’s one of the best reasons to have it catered: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
What do children generally eat?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Let us know numbers for children.
Is the meat halal?
We do not. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it; our vegetarian and vegan options are available.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards