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Barbecue Catering in Waterham, Kent
Hosting a barbecue in Waterham without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Club open days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
A barbecue near Waterham
Planning the cooking spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Beef burgers
BBQ catering in Waterham, served hot
Some hosts in Waterham pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we’ll quote for both. Popular choices include coleslaw, beef brisket and chicken skewers, and we are frequently booked for close and cul-de-sac parties and community fun days.
A barbecue in the countryside near Waterham makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Served at the time you choose
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Read our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
The process
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower won’t stop it, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. By late September, sunset in Waterham is about 7:00pm; in December it’s about 3:50pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
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Barbecues in Waterham: gardens, clubs and local tips
Waterham is about 3 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. We cover Waterham and its neighbours for events. We bring barbecues to all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We cater events right across the region, from Waterham to Canterbury (6 miles away).
Parks such as Seasalter Levels often have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. For guests coming by train, Whitstable station is about 3.4 miles away. With the coast within about 4 miles of Waterham, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Events anywhere in ME13 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Nearby, we also cater events in Highstreet (1 mile east), Dargate (1 mile south), Hernhill (1 mile south-west), Graveney (1 mile west) and Culmers (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (3 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles west) and Herne Bay (7 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4 miles north-east) and Tankerton Castle (3.7 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What we serve, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Chicken on skewers suits mingling guests, on a plate or in a roll.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Questions from Waterham
Is Waterham close to London?
About 48 miles from central London.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Can you do halal?
We don’t offer halal. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Is the food cooked safely?
That is one of the best reasons to have it catered: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Events we cater in Waterham
Hot food straight off the grill
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Waterham and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Street parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
For a fundraiser at a school like Hernhill Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
Comparing caterers
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
- The menu, including sides and any extras
Prices and what affects them
Your quote depends on:
- Distance from us
- Numbers
- Plates or china
- Season and day of the week
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Waterham
What else we do in Waterham
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away