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BBQ Catering in Sholden
Hot off the grill at your event in Sholden: burgers, sausages, chicken skewers and ribs, with salads and potatoes on the side.
- Informal weddings
- Fundraising days
- Garden parties
A barbecue near Sholden
BBQ catering in Sholden, cooked on site
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Sholden and we will check it works. We’re often asked to cater community fun days and fundraising days, serving chicken skewers, sausages and beef brisket.
Country barbecues near Sholden are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Sholden
Do you come out to small places like Sholden?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Could you cook in Betteshanger Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you come to Sholden?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Sholden and the rest of Kent included. Send us the address for a quote.
Is the meat halal?
No, we don’t offer halal meat. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Tell us numbers so there is enough.
Is the food cooked safely?
That’s one of the best reasons to have it catered: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will confirm details when we quote.
Planning a barbecue in Sholden
Sholden is about 1 mile north-west of Deal, in Kent. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Sholden? We can help. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Sholden to Canterbury (13 miles away).
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Nicholas, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Within reach of Sholden are historic houses such as Walmer Castle (2 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. With the coast within about 2 miles of Sholden, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
For events in CT14, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. Whether your event is on The Street, London Road and Colmanton Grove or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in Sholden Meadows (1 mile west), Mill Hill (1 mile south), Great Mongeham (1 mile south-west), Deal (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (13 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (7 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (10 miles north).
A little further out are Deal Castle (1.4 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.2 miles east). Open spaces near Sholden include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Schools near Sholden include Castle Community College (1 mile south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Magnet pub (0.6 miles south-east)
Planning for 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
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Request gluten-free rolls
We cook as your guests come up, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
The process
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, so your event carries on around us. Smoke drifts, so we will think about the wind with you. Autumn and winter barbecues in Sholden 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 tidy up and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
How to get a price
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Events we cater in Sholden
Nobody in your party stuck at the grill
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Sholden. For example:
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Summer parties in the garden
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Reunions and family get-togethers
A green space like Betteshanger Park is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so.
What your quote should include
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Parking near the grill
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
Also near Sholden
More for events in Sholden
What affects the price in Sholden
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Site access
- Travel to Sholden
- Plates or china
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, we will need:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Why choose BBQ catering in Sholden?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Timed around your day
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Sides to make it a full meal
See our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
About the food
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, served in a roll or with sides.
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards