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Barbecue Catering in Stone Cross, Kent
Want a barbecue in Stone Cross without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Fundraising days
- Retirement do’s
- Evening wedding food
BBQ catering for Stone Cross
About our BBQ catering in Stone Cross
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 Stone Cross and we’ll check it works. Typical bookings include leaving parties and fundraising days, with chicken skewers, pulled pork and beef brisket.
In a small place like Stone Cross, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
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Step by step
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we will work around it. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. By late September, sunset in Stone Cross is about 7:05pm; in December it’s about 3:55pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: 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.
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Why choose BBQ catering in Stone Cross?
Instead of a takeaway delivery, a barbecue becomes part of the event, and the grill becomes a gathering point. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- A full barbecue menu
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
See our prices page and BBQ menu ideas.
Events we cater in Stone Cross
Hot food straight off the grill
Hosts in Stone Cross book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Club open days
- Family celebrations
Historic houses near Stone Cross include Groombridge Place (1.1 miles south-east) and Penshurst Place (3.1 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
Questions to ask before booking
- What crockery is supplied
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Whether VAT is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
About the food
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are quick to grill, so they keep the queue moving alongside the slow-cooked meats.
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, served in a roll or with sides.
Where the barbecue can go in Stone Cross
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- New potatoes
Common questions in Stone Cross
Do you come out to small places like Stone Cross?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Stone Cross from London?
Roughly 28 miles from the centre of London.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Plan shelter for your guests.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Most events pick three or four.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We cook under cover, so rain is not a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Stone Cross barbecues: local tips
Stone Cross is about 4 miles west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We cover Stone Cross and its neighbours for events. Stone Cross is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 24 miles away.
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Martin of Tours, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. For a fundraiser at a school like Fordcombe Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Stone Cross is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Wherever your event is in TN3, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Ashurst Road and Groombridge Road or a nearby road, we will bring the barbecue to you. If your venue is just outside Stone Cross, we also cover Ashurst (1 mile west), Fordcombe (1 mile north), Groombridge (1 mile south), Walter's Green (1 mile north-west) and Teasley Mead (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Sevenoaks (10 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles east), Tonbridge (7 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (10 miles east) and Southborough (4 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Tunbridge Wells Homeopathic Hospital (3.7 miles east) and Bolebroke Castle (3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find Chafford Arms (0.9 miles north)
Working with your venue
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Request gluten-free rolls
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards