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Barbecue Catering in Watt's Cross, Kent
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, grilled at your venue in Watt's Cross by our chef. Our staff serve and clear.
- Fundraising barbecues
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Leaving parties
Book a BBQ in Watt's Cross
About our BBQ catering in Watt's Cross
Barbecues are good at pleasing everyone, because there’s beef, chicken and pork to choose from, and proper vegetarian and vegan options too. Whether it is garden parties and birthdays and milestone parties, we will put together a menu of beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers.
Near Watt's Cross, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Why choose BBQ catering in Watt's Cross?
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. 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
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- A full barbecue menu
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
Watt's Cross barbecues: local tips
Watt's Cross is about 3 miles north-west of Tonbridge, in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Watt's Cross? We can help. Watt's Cross is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Watt's Cross to London (about 24 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as Parish Church of St John, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Hildenborough station, about 0.6 miles south. Watt's Cross is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in TN11 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Other places close to Watt's Cross we cover include Hildenborough (1 mile south-east), Stocks Green (1 mile south), Coldharbour (1 mile east), Hilden Park (2 miles south-east) and Underriver (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (13 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south), Tonbridge (3 miles south-east) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
A little further out are Tonbridge Castle (2.7 miles south-east) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (3.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Watt's Cross include Dryhill Nature Reserve and Barden Lake.
Perfect for your event in Watt's Cross
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Watt's Cross. Popular bookings include:
- Neighbourhood parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Work barbecues
- Fundraising days
Nearby historic houses include Ightham Mote (3 miles north-east) and Knole House (3.1 miles north). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
What your quote should include
- The full menu and the sides
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel or access charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there’s a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so nobody misses out.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Coleslaw is the natural partner for pulled pork, while salads keep it light.
Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the grill
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
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How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Site access
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
- Travel to Watt's Cross
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.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The venue or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or TN11 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Common questions in Watt's Cross
Do you cater at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Watt's Cross from London?
About 24 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
Can you cater in Watt's Cross?
Yes, Watt's Cross is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll check the date.
Is the food cooked safely?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Will children like the BBQ?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who doesn’t eat meat. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate.
How it works
On the day, we set up the barbecue on the agreed spot, put the cover up and get it hot. Then our chef cooks through the service time, timed to when you want to eat. Autumn and winter barbecues in Watt's Cross get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
How to prepare
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- 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 about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards