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Barbecue Catering in River, Kent
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in River by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
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BBQ catering in River
Planners, venues and businesses
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
BBQ catering in River, cooked on site
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, and pulled pork, brisket and ribs make it a proper feast. Pick the meats that suit your guests. Whether it is summer parties in the garden and leaving and retirement parties, we can cook beef brisket, chicken skewers and BBQ ribs and more.
Barbecues around River are often relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of day, and you will not spend it cooking. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Beef burgers
No barbecue is complete without burgers, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
River barbecues: local tips
River is about 1 mile north-west of Dover, in Kent. We cover River and its neighbours for events. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from River to Canterbury (13 miles away).
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Peter, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. A green space like Old Park Hill is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so. River is within about 8 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. The sea is within about 3 miles of River, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
We cater events across CT17 and CT16 and the streets around it. Local streets include Lower Road, Minnis Lane and London Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Nearby, we also cater events in Kearsney (1 mile north-west), Temple Ewell (1 mile north-west), Dover (1 mile south-east), Whitfield (1 mile north-east) and Maxton (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles south-west) and Walmer (7 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Crabble Corn Mill (within half a mile south-east) and Dover Castle (2.2 miles south-east). The countryside around River includes Dover Western Heights.
- Nearby schools include Dover Christ Church Academy (1.2 miles south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Royal Oak Cottage The Royal Oak Public House (within half a mile south)
Step by step
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. Smoke drifts, so we’ll think about the wind with you. Sunset in River is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is normally in daylight.
- 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.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Questions from River
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you cater at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you cater in River?
Yes, River is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in River. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
What meats do you barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book our barbecue in River
- Six meats to choose from
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- An itemised quote
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Occasions we serve in River
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
People around River book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Evening wedding food
- Garden parties
- Retirement do’s
- School fairs and summer fêtes
For anyone arriving by rail, Kearsney station, about 0.5 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether travel is included
- Allergen information for every dish
Other occasions in River
How we price a catered barbecue
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
- Site access
- Travel to River
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.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away