Isle of Wight · England
BBQ Catering in Alverstone
BBQ catering in Alverstone: a barbecue cooked at your event, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Summer staff days
- Retirement do’s
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
A barbecue near Alverstone
About our BBQ catering in Alverstone
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Alverstone: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. For summer parties in the garden and birthdays and milestone parties, we can cook beef burgers, chicken skewers and coleslaw and more.
Near Alverstone, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls.
- Location
- Alverstone (PO36)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to:
- Access to the cooking area
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- The journey to the venue
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- The address or postcode
- Roughly how many people
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning a barbecue in Alverstone
Alverstone is about 4 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We are happy to travel to Alverstone for events. We cover 125 places in the Isle of Wight. We cater events right across the region, from Alverstone to Southampton (about 20 miles away).
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Sandown station, about 1.1 miles south-east. Churches such as All Saints' Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. With the coast within about 2 miles of Alverstone, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Events anywhere in PO36 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Close by, we cover events in Alverstone Garden Village (1 mile north-west), Queen's Bower (1 mile south-west), Skinner's Hill (1 mile west), Adgestone (1 mile north-east) and Lake (1 mile south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (4 miles north), Cowes (8 miles north-west), Ventnor (5 miles south), East Cowes (8 miles north-west) and Oakfield (4 miles north). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
Well-known places in the area include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2 miles south) and Wight Aviation Museum (0.7 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Brading Down and Alverstone Mead.
- Schools near Alverstone include Sandown Bay Academy (1 mile south-east) and The Bay Church of England School (1.3 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Pointer Inn (0.9 miles west)
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Common questions in Alverstone
Can you barbecue near the sea around Alverstone?
Yes. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Alverstone 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.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Let us know how many to expect.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides.
What do children usually eat?
Generally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Why choose BBQ catering in Alverstone?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and it doesn’t need a kitchen. 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, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Add a hog roast alongside
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Also near Alverstone
Other occasions in Alverstone
Who books BBQ catering in Alverstone?
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Alverstone. Popular bookings include:
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Nearby historic houses include Haseley Manor (1.8 miles west) and Nunwell House (1.8 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
Before you book anyone
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether VAT is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
About the food
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, which keeps the queue moving.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Crunchy coleslaw suits barbecue food, while salads keep it light.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
For somewhere as remote as Alverstone, early notice helps us plan the trip.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Alverstone
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Salads
The process
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving. After service, we clear up and pack away. In Alverstone, late May sunsets come at about 8:55pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, so an early-evening barbecue is typically in daylight.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Include children in your numbers
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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