Kent · England
Barbecue Catering in Wilsley Pound, Kent
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, cooked on site in Wilsley Pound by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Retirement do’s
- Fundraising days
Planning an event in Wilsley Pound?
About the food
Beef burgers
Burgers cook quickly on the grill, so they keep the queue moving.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
How our BBQ catering works in Wilsley Pound
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Wilsley Pound and we’ll check it works. For summer staff days and back-garden get-togethers, we will put together a menu of coleslaw, pulled pork and beef burgers.
Near Wilsley Pound, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll plan the route. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
Who books BBQ catering in Wilsley Pound?
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
People around Wilsley Pound book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Leaving parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Family celebrations
- Street parties
Parks such as Crane Valley frequently have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first.
Before you book anyone
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether plates or china are included
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs are handled
Barbecue venues around Wilsley Pound
Wilsley Pound is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Hosts in Wilsley Pound book us for events of all sizes. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Cranbrook Church of England Primary School, frequently want a barbecue. If the day starts at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The High Weald National Landscape is within about a mile of Wilsley Pound. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in TN17 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. For events just outside Wilsley Pound, we cover Sissinghurst (1 mile east), Wilsley Green (1 mile south-west), Cranbrook Common (1 mile north-east), Flishinghurst (2 miles west) and Colliers Green (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.6 miles east).
- Nearby schools include Cranbrook School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Public House (0.7 miles east)
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Roughly how many people
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- A green light from whoever owns the site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Wilsley Pound
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
The process
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower will not stop it, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. By late September, sunset in Wilsley Pound is about 7:00pm; in December it’s about 3:55pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Give us a contact number for the day
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Allergies and dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask which items contain gluten
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, so there is very little left for you to do.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Wilsley Pound
What’s the nearest station to Wilsley Pound?
Staplehurst station, about 4.4 miles north of the centre.
Is Wilsley Pound close to London?
About 39 miles from central London.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Typically, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Use our quote form.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
For event organisers in Wilsley Pound
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Places near Wilsley Pound
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Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- Timed around your day
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Serving and clearing done for you
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
- 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