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Barbecue Catering in Swanscombe, Kent
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, cooked on site in Swanscombe by our team. Our staff serve and clear.
- Informal weddings
- Garden parties
- Summer staff days
BBQ catering for Swanscombe
Events we cater in Swanscombe
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Swanscombe. Some of the most common are:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Club open days
- Fundraising days
- Informal weddings
If guests are travelling by rail, Greenhithe for Bluewater station, about 0.5 miles west, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
- Whether plates or china are included
- A clear list of what’s included
BBQ catering in Swanscombe, served hot
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Swanscombe: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. With us cooking, nobody you know spends the afternoon at the grill. Typical bookings include cricket, football and rugby club days and leaving and retirement parties, with beef brisket, chicken skewers and coleslaw.
Around Swanscombe, a garden with room to spare is all you need. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish.
Questions from Swanscombe
What’s the nearest station to Swanscombe?
Greenhithe for Bluewater station, about 0.5 miles west of the centre.
Can you do a barbecue in Castle Hill Park?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Swanscombe. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we will label the meat-free choices clearly.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Do you cover Swanscombe?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll check the date.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area, so there is very little washing up. China is available on request.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Six meats to choose from
- No surprises: everything in writing
Take a look at how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Also near Swanscombe
Other occasions in Swanscombe
What affects the price in Swanscombe
Things that change the price:
- The number of people
- Access to the cooking area
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Crockery choices
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
To get the best quote, send us:
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Step by step
We get there well ahead of food time, so the barbecue is ready when you are. Your guests will smell it before they see it. A summer barbecue in Swanscombe stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:00pm.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
How to prepare
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
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What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- Parking near the grill
- A green light from whoever owns the site
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
What comes off the grill
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are grilled on site and served in a bun, hot off the barbecue.
Sausages
Sausages go down well with younger guests, and they’re easy to eat standing up.
Barbecues in Swanscombe: gardens, clubs and local tips
Swanscombe is about 3 miles east of Dartford, in Kent. Swanscombe is well within our area for events. We bring barbecues to 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 17 miles away.
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Mary, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. PTAs at schools such as Knockhall Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Here we cover the DA9 and DA10 postcode area. Local streets include London Road, Craylands Square and High Street; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Swanscombe is on the A206 and A226, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. If your venue is just outside Swanscombe, we also cover Greenhithe (1 mile north-west), Stone (1 mile west), Bean (1 mile south), Darenth (2 miles south-west) and Green Street Green (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Dartford (3 miles west), Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (4 miles east), Northfleet (3 miles south-east), Swanley (6 miles south-west) and Kings Hill (13 miles south).
A little further out are Stone Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Bluewater (1 mile south-west). Open spaces near Swanscombe include Sawyers Lake and Chafford Gorges Nature Park.
- Schools near Swanscombe include The Ebbsfleet Academy (1 mile south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Pier Hotel (0.5 miles north-west)
- 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