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BBQ Catering in Swanley
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Swanley? We cook outdoors under cover, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Garden parties
Planning an event in Swanley?
BBQ catering in Swanley, served hot
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Swanley. Typical bookings include garden parties and evening wedding food, with beef brisket, BBQ ribs and halloumi skewers.
Barbecues around Swanley are often relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of day, and you will not spend it cooking. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How it works
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so the queue keeps moving. After service, we clear up and pack away. At midsummer, it is light in Swanley until about 9:20pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:05pm.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- 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
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Name a contact for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Choose from salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, they’re the easy crowd-pleaser.
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Beef burgers
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Who books BBQ catering in Swanley?
No host spending the day cooking
In Swanley, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Fundraising barbecues
- Neighbourhood parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Leaving parties
PTAs at schools such as St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- If the price includes VAT
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How dietary needs are handled
Questions from Swanley
What’s the nearest station to Swanley?
Swanley station, in Swanley itself.
How far is Swanley from London?
About 14 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Is the meat halal?
No, we do not offer halal meat. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower does not stop it. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Do you come to Swanley?
We do. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in Swanley. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
Other occasions in Swanley
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. 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. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Served at the time you choose
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Barbecues in Swanley: gardens, clubs and local tips
Swanley is about 3 miles east of Orpington, in Kent. Events in Swanley are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 14 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Swanley station is in Swanley itself. If the day starts at a church like St Mary the Virgin, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Swanley is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Wherever your event is in BR8, we can bring the barbecue to you. Whether your event is on London Road, Station Road and High Street or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. With the A20 and B258 close by, Swanley is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also cater events in Crockenhill (1 mile south-west), Kevington (2 miles south-west), Derry Downs (3 miles west), St Mary Cray (3 miles west) and St Paul's Cray (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Tonbridge (14 miles south), Northfleet (8 miles east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include London Borough of Bromley Museum (3.2 miles south-west) and Queen Mary's Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Schools near Swanley include Orchards Academy (under half a mile west)
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- The date and time of year
- Travel to Swanley
- Site access
- The number of people
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Roughly how many people
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away