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BBQ Catering in Staplehurst
Hosting a barbecue in Staplehurst without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Community fun days
- Family celebrations
- Birthdays and milestone parties
Planning an event in Staplehurst?
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Staplehurst
Which station is closest to Staplehurst?
Staplehurst station, in Staplehurst itself.
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
Do you come to Staplehurst?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
What do you need from the venue?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we will confirm what we need.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
How many meats should we choose?
Not generally. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Once your date is fixed, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
How our BBQ catering works in Staplehurst
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. Popular choices include sausages, beef burgers and chicken skewers, and typical bookings are for birthdays and milestone parties and street parties.
In a place like Staplehurst, a barbecue at home is normally the easiest option. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we will do the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve.
The process
We get there well ahead of food time, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. Your guests will smell it before they see it. For an evening barbecue in Staplehurst, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
How to prepare
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What affects the price in Staplehurst
Here’s what affects the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- Whether you want china
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The address or postcode
- Roughly how many people
- Any dietary needs or allergies
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
Nearby places to Staplehurst
More for events in Staplehurst
Barbecues in Staplehurst: gardens, clubs and local tips
Staplehurst is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We cover events in Staplehurst, along with the towns and villages around it. We bring barbecues to 922 places in Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Staplehurst to Canterbury (24 miles away).
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Staplehurst School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. Coming by train? Staplehurst has its own station, Staplehurst station. Staplehurst is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of Kent takes in TN12. Local streets include Station Road, High Street and North Down; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. We also bring barbecues to events in Hawkenbury (1 mile north-east), Marden Thorn (2 miles west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles north), Wanshurst Green (2 miles north-west) and Sinkhurst Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Brattle Farm Museum (1 mile south-west) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.7 miles south).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Railway Tavern (under half a mile north)
A barbecue or other catering?
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book our barbecue in Staplehurst
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- An itemised quote
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Add a hog roast alongside
See our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the grill
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
For event organisers in Staplehurst
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
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. Get that agreed before booking.
Events we cater in Staplehurst
Can be paired with a hog roast
In Staplehurst and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Community fun days
- Informal weddings
- Birthdays and milestone parties
If the day starts at a church like All Saints Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Request gluten-free rolls
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
A closer look at the menu
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Crunchy coleslaw suits barbecue food, while salads keep it light.
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, in a roll or with sides.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away