Kent · England
BBQ Catering for Scragged Oak
Hot off the grill at your event in Scragged Oak: a full barbecue menu, plus sides, served by our staff.
- Informal weddings
- Street parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
BBQ catering in Scragged Oak
BBQ catering in Scragged Oak, cooked on site
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Tell us about the space in Scragged Oak and we’ll check it works. Popular choices include beef burgers, coleslaw and beef brisket, and we are regularly asked to cater fundraising days and family celebrations.
In a small place like Scragged Oak, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
How the day works
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, which keeps the queue moving. In Scragged Oak, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so an early-evening barbecue is typically in daylight.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
How to prepare
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
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Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll work around it where possible.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
What affects the price in Scragged Oak
Here’s what affects the price:
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Plates or china
- The date and time of year
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, tell us:
- The address or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Roughly how many people
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Barbecues in Scragged Oak: gardens, clubs and local tips
Scragged Oak is about 3 miles south-east of Chatham, in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Scragged Oak? We cover the whole area. We cover 922 places across Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Scragged Oak to Canterbury (about 21 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Peter rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Bearsted station, roughly 3.2 miles south of the centre. Scragged Oak is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
For events in ME14, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. Close by, we cover events in Lower Cox Street (1 mile south-east), Kemsley Street (1 mile north), Bredhurst (1 mile north-west), Dunn Street (1 mile north-west) and Lidsing (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (6 miles east), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Faversham (13 miles east), Northfleet (13 miles north-west) and Minster (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Allington Castle (3.8 miles south-west) and KIMS hospital (2.8 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Detling Hill and Burham Down.
Nearby places to Scragged Oak
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The menu, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Planned to your running order
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Working with your venue
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Who books BBQ catering in Scragged Oak?
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
People around Scragged Oak book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Summer staff days
- Garden parties
- Evening wedding food
- Family celebrations
Among the historic houses close to Scragged Oak are Stoneacre (4.8 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether plates or china are included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Scragged Oak
Which station is closest to Scragged Oak?
The closest is Bearsted station, roughly 3.2 miles away.
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 will follow the site rules.
Can you do halal?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
Do you label the food for allergies?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
What meats do you barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
- 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
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards