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BBQ Catering for Rolvenden
BBQ catering in Rolvenden for your event: hot food off the grill, salads and sides, served by our staff.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Retirement do’s
- Big birthday parties
BBQ catering for Rolvenden
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A green light from whoever owns the site
- Parking near the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
BBQ catering for your event in Rolvenden
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, while you look after your guests. Typical bookings include retirement do’s and garden parties, serving chicken skewers, sausages and beef burgers.
Country barbecues near Rolvenden are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
How it works
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook to order through service. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, which keeps the queue moving. By late September, sunset in Rolvenden is about 7:00pm; in December it is about 3:50pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
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Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and food safety is in professional hands. 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. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Rolvenden
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- A full barbecue menu
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
FAQs for Rolvenden
Is Rolvenden too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Plan shelter for your guests.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Tell us numbers so there is enough.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. But ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
That’s one of the best reasons to have it catered: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
Why choose BBQ catering in Rolvenden?
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Rolvenden. For example:
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Big birthday parties
- Evening wedding food
- Fundraising days
After a christening at a church such as Parish Church of St Mary, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether VAT is included
- Allergen information for every dish
What BBQ catering costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- Crockery choices
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Dietary requirements
- Where the event is
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or TN17 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Nearby places to Rolvenden
Other occasions in Rolvenden
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
What we serve, dish by dish
Sausages
Children generally head straight for the sausages, and they’re easy to eat standing up.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
A catered BBQ in Rolvenden: what to know
Rolvenden is about 12 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Rolvenden is well within our area for events and the places nearby. Rolvenden is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Rolvenden Primary School, often want a barbecue. Nearby historic houses include Smallhythe Place (3.1 miles east) and Great Dixter (4.2 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Rolvenden is within about 6 miles of the High Weald 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.
Events anywhere in TN17 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Local streets include High Street, Sparkeswood Avenue and Glebe Field; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Rolvenden we cover include West Cross (1 mile west), Rolvenden Layne (1 mile south-east), Strood (1 mile north-east), Parkgate (2 miles north) and East End (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (15 miles north), Ashford (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (14 miles north-west), Tenterden (3 miles north-east), Bearsted (15 miles north) and Park Wood (13 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include The C.M Booth Collection (within half a mile west) and Benenden Hospital (2.4 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include The Star Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away