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Barbecue Catering in West Malling, Kent
A catered barbecue for events around West Malling: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, served by our staff.
- Fundraising days
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Planning an event in West Malling?
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and it does not need a kitchen. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why West Malling hosts choose us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our prices page and BBQ menu ideas.
About our BBQ catering in West Malling
There is more to a catered barbecue than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. We’re frequently asked to cater street parties and summer parties in the garden, with sausages, pulled pork and BBQ ribs.
Around West Malling, a garden with room to spare is all you need. A catered barbecue fits right in, and you won’t spend it cooking. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish.
Nearby places to West Malling
What else we do in West Malling
How the day works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves through the time you’ve chosen. A summer barbecue in West Malling stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:00pm.
- 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.
- We tidy up before we go.
Before we arrive
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
How we price a catered barbecue
Each price is built from:
- Whether you want china
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
- Access to the cooking area
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
When you contact us, please mention:
- Roughly how many people
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Parking near the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
Questions from West Malling
Can you do a barbecue in Manor Park Country Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first.
Is West Malling close to London?
About 26 miles from central London.
How much choice do we need?
Not typically. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we’ll advise on the rest.
Is there anything for vegans?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Let us know how many to expect.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
What if it rains?
We cook under cover, so rain is not a problem for the food. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
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’ll check.
Is clearing up included?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
West Malling barbecues: local tips
West Malling is about 6 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Events in West Malling are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. West Malling is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We cater events right across the region, from West Malling to London (26 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Old Soar Manor (4.2 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is West Malling station, about 0.7 miles east.
Wherever your event is in ME19, we can bring the barbecue to you. We can cater an event on streets such as High Street, Police Station Road and London Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. With the A20 close by, West Malling is easy for us to reach. We also bring barbecues to events in Well Street (1 mile south-east), East Malling (1 mile east), Kings Hill (2 miles south), Ditton (2 miles east) and Red Hill (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (9 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Coldrum Long Barrow (2.3 miles north-west) and Leybourne Castle (1.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near West Malling include Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Malling School (1.4 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Five Pointed Star Public House (under half a mile east)
Who books BBQ catering in West Malling?
Food handled by a professional team
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around West Malling. For example:
- Club open days
- Retirement do’s
- Evening wedding food
- Big birthday parties
After a christening at a church such as Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Before you book anyone
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
What comes off the grill
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, served in a roll or with sides.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork in a roll with coleslaw is hard to beat, filling and easy to eat.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away