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Barbecue Catering in Ware, Kent
Want a barbecue in Ware without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- Summer parties in the garden
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Big birthday parties
Book a BBQ in Ware
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book our barbecue in Ware
- Our staff serve and clear
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Six meats to choose from
- Our chef at the grill, not you
See how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
How our BBQ catering works in Ware
Hosting a barbecue usually means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. A catered barbecue takes all of that off your hands, so you can spend the time with your guests. We’re frequently asked to cater leaving parties and summer parties in the garden, with sausages, BBQ ribs and chicken skewers.
In a small place like Ware, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will plan the route. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
We bring everything we need to cook and serve, so there’s no need to borrow a grill.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
What comes off the grill
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, so nobody waits for the grill.
The process
On the day, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. Then our chef cooks through the service time, timed to when you want to eat. By late September, sunset in Ware is about 7:00pm; in December it is about 3:50pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Include children in your numbers
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: 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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Events we cater in Ware
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Ware and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Garden parties
- Evening wedding food
- Retirement do’s
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Historic houses near Ware include Goodnestone Park (4.3 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The full menu and the sides
- VAT, if it applies
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Also in Ware
Ware: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Ware?
Minster station, about 2.9 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Ware 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.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Should we have every meat?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we will label the meat-free choices clearly.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Tell us numbers so there is enough.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A spot well clear of buildings
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Ware
- Salads
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
What BBQ catering costs
Your quote depends on:
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
- Site access
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
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. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
These are the details we need:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Roughly how many people
- The date and time of the event
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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 you both updated.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Planning a barbecue in Ware
Ware is about 6 miles south-west of St Lawrence, in Kent. We cater events of every size in Ware. Ware is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 8 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Minster station, roughly 2.9 miles north-east of the centre.
Anywhere in CT3, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Ware, we also cover Westmarsh (1 mile north), East Stourmouth (2 miles north-west), Preston (2 miles west), West Stourmouth (2 miles north-west) and Hoo (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (7 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east), Broadstairs (8 miles north-east) and Whitstable (11 miles west).
A little further out are White Mill (2.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local pubs include The Way Out Inn (0.5 miles north-west)
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards