Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Abshot
BBQ catering in Abshot: our chef cooks on site, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Club open days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
Book a BBQ in Abshot
Common questions in Abshot
Which station is closest to Abshot?
The closest is Swanwick station, roughly 2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Abshot?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Do you offer halal meat?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately; our vegetarian and vegan options are available.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
Do you need anything from us?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
BBQ catering in Abshot, cooked on site
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, with beef, chicken and pork on the menu, and proper vegetarian and vegan options too. Whether it’s work barbecues and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, we can cook halloumi skewers, pulled pork and chicken skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Abshot makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
For event organisers in Abshot
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
How the day works
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, and the rest of the space is yours. Smoke drifts, so we will think about the wind with you. In Abshot, late May sunsets come at about 8:55pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Send final numbers in good time
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Beef burgers
Burgers cook quickly on the grill, so they keep the queue moving.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why book with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Six meats to choose from
- Planned to your running order
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Barbecue venues around Abshot
Abshot is about 3 miles west of Fareham, in Hampshire. Planning a catered barbecue in Abshot? We cover the whole area. Abshot is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Abshot to Southampton (7 miles away).
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Locks Heath Infant School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. If the day starts at a church like St John, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. With the coast within about 3 miles of Abshot, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Here we cover the PO14 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Nearby, we also cater events in Hook (1 mile west), Titchfield Common (1 mile north-east), Locks Heath (1 mile north), Warsash (1 mile north-west) and Titchfield (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north), Fareham (3 miles east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Fareham Community Hospital (1.7 miles north) and Carron Row Farm Museum (1.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Abshot includes Holly Hill Woodland Park.
- Local schools include Brookfield Community School and Language College (1.5 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Jolly Farmer Public House (0.7 miles north-west)
Towns and villages near Abshot
More for events in Abshot
How we price a catered barbecue
Each price is built from:
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Details that help
These are the details we need:
- Allergies we should know about
- Any venue rules
- Roughly how many people
- The address or postcode
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the grill
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
Events we cater in Abshot
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
In Abshot and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Family celebrations
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Evening wedding food
If guests are travelling by rail, Swanwick station is about 2 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Plates, china and cutlery
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away