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BBQ Catering for Upper Harbledown
Treat your guests to a proper barbecue at your event in Upper Harbledown. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Informal weddings
A barbecue near Upper Harbledown
BBQ catering for your event in Upper Harbledown
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Tell us about the space in Upper Harbledown and we will check it works. For leaving parties and work barbecues, we will put together a menu of sausages, pulled pork and beef burgers and more.
In a small place like Upper Harbledown, 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 plan the route. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls.
Upper Harbledown questions
Could you cook in No Man's Orchard?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Is Upper Harbledown too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you come to Upper Harbledown?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Tell us numbers so there is enough.
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.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
What if it rains?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Planned to your running order
Read our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
The menu, dish by dish
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, served on a plate or in a roll.
Pulled pork
Because it is slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, so nobody waits for the grill.
Planning a barbecue in Upper Harbledown
Upper Harbledown is about 2 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. Hosts in Upper Harbledown book us for events of all sizes. Upper Harbledown is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
If guests are travelling by rail, Canterbury West station, about 1.8 miles east, is the nearest station. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like St Edmund's School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. The sea is within about 6 miles of Upper Harbledown, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
For events in CT2, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. That could mean an event in a garden on Roman Road, The Green and Limes Place or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Close by, we cover events in Rough Common (1 mile north-east), Harbledown (1 mile east), Chartham Hatch (1 mile south-west), Thanington (1 mile south-east) and Wincheap (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south-west), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (5 miles north) and Faversham (7 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Canterbury Castle (1.9 miles east) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Upper Harbledown include The Canterbury Academy (1.3 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Dog and Bear pub (0.7 miles north-east)
What BBQ catering costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- The number of people
- Distance from us
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, send us:
- The address or postcode
- Any venue rules
- An estimate of numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Nearby places to Upper Harbledown
Also in Upper Harbledown
Occasions we serve in Upper Harbledown
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Informal weddings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Fundraising days
After a christening at a church such as Church of St. Gabriel, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether plates or china are included
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking near the grill
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- A green light from whoever owns the site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the grill
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Salads
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, so there’s very little left for you to do.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Step by step
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, and the rest of the space is yours. Smoke drifts, so we will think about the wind with you. A summer barbecue in Upper Harbledown stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:00pm.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Name a contact for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards