Kent · England
BBQ Catering for Tenterden
Want a barbecue in Tenterden without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- Informal weddings
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Summer parties in the garden
Planning an event in Tenterden?
BBQ catering in Tenterden, cooked on site
Food from a barbecue is best eaten hot off the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Tell us when you’d like to eat and we’ll plan around it. On the menu are halloumi skewers, beef brisket and chicken skewers, and we’re regularly asked to cater sports clubs and team events and fundraising barbecues.
Barbecues around Tenterden are frequently relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of day, and you won’t spend it cooking. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
What happens on the day
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. Sunset in Tenterden is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Include children in your numbers
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Ask for a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- A full barbecue menu
- An itemised quote
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
A closer look at the menu
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are quick to grill, so they keep the queue moving.
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite, filling and easy to eat.
Tenterden questions
Can you do a barbecue in Turners Field?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Tenterden close to London?
About 45 miles from central London.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
That is one of the best reasons to have it catered: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
Is the meat halal?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately.
Places near Tenterden
Also in Tenterden
Where the barbecue can go in Tenterden
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Parking near the grill
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Salads
Planning a barbecue in Tenterden
Tenterden is about 9 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Hosts in Tenterden book us for events of all sizes. We bring barbecues to all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
If the day starts at a church like Parish Church of St Mildred, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. A green space like Turners Field is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so. Tenterden is within about 8 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 TN30, we can bring the barbecue to you. Local streets include Golden Square, High Street and Station Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Being close to the A28 and B2067, Tenterden is easy for us to reach for your event. Other places close to Tenterden we cover include Broad Tenterden (1 mile south), St Michaels (1 mile north), Strood (2 miles west), London Beach (2 miles north) and Parkgate (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (15 miles north-west), Bearsted (15 miles north), Park Wood (13 miles north-west) and Kennington (11 miles north-east).
A little further out are Tenterden and District Museum (under half a mile west) and Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles west).
- Schools near Tenterden include Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre (0.5 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Vine Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
We bring everything we need to cook and serve, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
Why choose BBQ catering in Tenterden?
Cooked on site, served hot
People around Tenterden book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Community fun days
- Leaving parties
- Family celebrations
- Neighbourhood parties
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Tenterden Infant School, frequently want a barbecue.
Before booking anyone
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
What affects the price in Tenterden
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- Site access
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
- Season and day of the week
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards