Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Ashfield, Hampshire
Treat your guests to a proper barbecue at your event in Ashfield. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Sports clubs and team events
- Neighbourhood parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
A barbecue near Ashfield
Working with your venue
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
BBQ catering in Ashfield, served hot
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. We serve halloumi skewers, BBQ ribs and coleslaw, and we’re frequently booked for leaving and retirement parties and club open days.
Country barbecues near Ashfield 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. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
Barbecue venues around Ashfield
Ashfield is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. Events in Ashfield are part of our patch. We cater all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Clubs and leisure centres near Ashfield can host a barbecue if there’s outdoor space. After a christening at a church such as Church of St Boniface, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Ashfield is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 6 miles of Ashfield, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
We cater events across SO51 and SO16. From Lee Lane, Lee Church Lane and Coldharbour Lane or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Other places close to Ashfield we cover include Lee (1 mile west), Toothill (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south-east), Rownhams (1 mile south-east) and Nursling (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Totton (3 miles south), Chandler's Ford (4 miles north-east) and Hedge End (8 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Romsey Community Hospital (2.2 miles north) and King Johns House (2.3 miles north). The countryside around Ashfield includes Testwood Lakes.
- Other local spots include Romsey Extra (1.5 miles north-west)
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Parking near the grill
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
What else we do in Ashfield
Occasions we serve in Ashfield
Add a hog roast for bigger events
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Garden parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, frequently want a barbecue.
What to look for in a quote
- The full menu and the sides
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for every dish
- What crockery is supplied
How it works
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving. After service, we clear up and pack away. Autumn and winter barbecues in Ashfield get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a buffet, barbecue food is hot and cooked to order. 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’ll suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Six meats to choose from
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at how we price or menu ideas for your barbecue.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, served in a roll or with sides.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
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 we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies we should know about
- Roughly how many people
- Rules from the venue or landowner
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Ashfield: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Ashfield?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are typically the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you are not left with the mess.
What do you need from the venue?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
What if it rains?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away