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Barbecue Catering in Westwood, Kent
Planning a catered barbecue in Westwood? Our chef cooks on site, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Fundraising days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
BBQ catering for Westwood
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, so there’s very little left for you to do.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
How our BBQ catering works in Westwood
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Westwood and we will check it works. Typical bookings include Fêtes, fairs and sports days and birthdays and milestone parties, with chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and coleslaw.
Country barbecues near Westwood are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Barbecue venues around Westwood
Westwood is about 5 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Westwood? We cover the whole area. Westwood is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cater.
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Thinking of a barbecue in Jumping Downs? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, generally the council’s. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Westwood, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
For events in CT4, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. We also bring barbecues to events in Marley (1 mile east), Heart's Delight (2 miles east), Bishopsbourne (2 miles north-east), Kingston (2 miles north-east) and Derringstone (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles north), Dover (10 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (5 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (4.2 miles north).
Questions from Westwood
Is Westwood close to London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Westwood too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Will children like the BBQ?
Normally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
Who books BBQ catering in Westwood?
No host spending the day cooking
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Westwood and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Community fun days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Summer parties in the garden
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Bekesbourne station, about 4.1 miles north.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for every dish
- Travel and any London charges
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- The menu, including sides and any extras
The process
We arrive in good time before service, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. Your guests will smell it before they see it. By late September, sunset in Westwood is about 7:00pm; in December it’s about 3:50pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Your quote depends on:
- Site access
- Plates or china
- Season and day of the week
- How many people are eating
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a fixed venue menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself, and eat outdoors. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why book our barbecue in Westwood
- Timed around your day
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
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For event organisers in Westwood
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Before you choose a spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what helps:
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- 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 booking.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Beef brisket
What comes off the grill
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Coleslaw is the natural partner for pulled pork, while salads keep it light.
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, alongside the other meats.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards