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Barbecue Catering in St Margarets, Kent
Want a barbecue in St Margarets without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, from burgers to brisket.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Summer staff days
- Fundraising barbecues
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BBQ catering for your event in St Margarets
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. We cook on site at your event in St Margarets, outdoors under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. On the menu are pulled pork, beef brisket and BBQ ribs, and we’re often booked for engagement and anniversary parties and team days and staff summer parties.
A barbecue in the countryside near St Margarets makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
The process
Grilled food is at its best when it’s hot, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, which keeps the queue moving. Autumn and winter barbecues in St Margarets get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Send final numbers in good time
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or DA4 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in St Margarets
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Looking after everyone
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Towns and villages near St Margarets
Other occasions in St Margarets
St Margarets questions
Do you come out to small places like St Margarets?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to St Margarets?
Farningham Road station, about 1.1 miles south-west of the centre.
What if it rains?
We bring cover for the grill, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Fill in our quote form.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it’s always worth asking: use our quote form.
Should we have every meat?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Can you do halal?
We don’t. If guests need halal, arrange that separately.
What BBQ catering costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel to St Margarets
- Site access
- Numbers
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- An estimate of numbers
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or DA4 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
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 the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What you get with us
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Timed around your day
See our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
A catered BBQ in St Margarets: what to know
St Margarets is about 3 miles south-east of Dartford, in Kent. Hosts in St Margarets book us for events of all sizes. St Margarets is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 16 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Greenlands Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Farningham Road station, about 1.1 miles south-west. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of St Margarets, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Events anywhere in DA4 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and roughly how many guests. For events just outside St Margarets, we cover South Darenth (1 mile south-west), Darenth (1 mile north), Green Street Green (1 mile east), Sutton at Hone (1 mile west) and Grubb Street (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles south-east), Dartford (3 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (9 miles south), Gravesend (5 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Northfleet (4 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Stone Museum of Geology (2.5 miles north) and Darent Valley Hospital (1.7 miles north). Open spaces near St Margarets include Sawyers Lake and Wansunt Pit.
- Schools near St Margarets include Leigh Academy (2.1 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Fox & Hounds pub (0.9 miles north)
Occasions we serve in St Margarets
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around St Margarets. For example:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Garden parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Community fun days
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Margaret of Antioch, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether plates or china are included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are grilled on site and served in a bun, straight from the grill to the bun.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards