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Barbecue Catering in Willesborough, Kent
Want a barbecue in Willesborough without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Retirement do’s
- Work barbecues
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
A barbecue near Willesborough
How we price a catered barbecue
Things that change the price:
- Site access
- The number of people
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The journey to the venue
What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or TN24 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
How our BBQ catering works in Willesborough
For bigger events in Willesborough, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we’ll quote for both. Whether it is work barbecues and close and cul-de-sac parties, we can cook BBQ ribs, chicken skewers and halloumi skewers and more.
Barbecues around Willesborough are often relaxed garden affairs. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Why choose BBQ catering in Willesborough?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Willesborough. Popular choices:
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Fundraising days
- Family celebrations
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Ashford International station, roughly 0.9 miles west of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether plates or china are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- If the price includes VAT
A catered BBQ in Willesborough: what to know
Willesborough is about 1 mile east of Ashford, in Kent. We cater events of every size in Willesborough. Willesborough is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
A green space like Ashford Green Corridors is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so. Within reach of Willesborough are historic houses such as Godinton House (3.1 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. Willesborough is within about 4 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over TN24. Local streets include Mead Road, Mill Lane and Milne Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Willesborough is on the A2070, which makes the journey straightforward. Nearby, we also cater events in South Willesborough (1 mile south-west), Newtown (1 mile south-west), Ashford (1 mile west), Finberry (1 mile south) and Park Farm (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (12 miles north), Hythe (9 miles south-east), Davington (12 miles north) and Preston (12 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find William Harvey Hospital (0.8 miles east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (0.8 miles west). Within reach you will find Hatch Park.
- Local schools include The North School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The William Harvey Public House (within half a mile south-east)
The process
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we will work around it. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. Autumn and winter barbecues in Willesborough get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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For planners, venues and organisers
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
Why choose BBQ catering in Willesborough?
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Timed around your day
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Six meats to choose from
- Cooked on site by our chef
See our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
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Common questions in Willesborough
Could you cook in Ashford Green Corridors?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What’s the nearest station to Willesborough?
The closest is Ashford International station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will check anything else with you.
When should we book?
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.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Fill in our quote form.
Is clearing up included?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Willesborough
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
What comes off the grill
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, served in a roll or with sides.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away