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BBQ Catering for Atherington
Hosting a barbecue in Atherington without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Sports clubs and team events
- Charity fundraisers
BBQ catering for Atherington
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our barbecue in Atherington
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
BBQ catering in Atherington, cooked on site
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Send us a picture of the space and we’ll confirm it. Whether it’s close and cul-de-sac parties and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, we will put together a menu of BBQ ribs, beef brisket and coleslaw and more.
Near Atherington, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Location
- Atherington (BN17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Step by step
We arrive in good time before service, so the barbecue is ready when you are. Your guests will smell it before they see it. By late September, sunset in Atherington is about 7:05pm; in December it’s about 4:00pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- 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
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Choose the menu a week or so before
How to get a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Atherington questions
Do you come out to small places like Atherington?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
What do you need from the venue?
Mostly space and access: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We will check anything else with you.
When should we book BBQ catering?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. But ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Places near Atherington
Also in Atherington
Where the barbecue can go in Atherington
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Atherington
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Barbecues in Atherington: gardens, clubs and local tips
Atherington is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Atherington is well within our area for events. Atherington is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Atherington to Brighton (20 miles away).
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Littlehampton station, about 1.5 miles east. PTAs at schools such as St Mary's CofE Primary School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. Atherington is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. The sea is within about 2 miles of Atherington, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
We cater events across the BN17 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Climping (1 mile north), Horsemere Green (1 mile north-west), Ford (2 miles north), Wick (2 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
A little further out are Lyminster Siege Castle (3.8 miles north-east) and Rustington Museum (3.3 miles east). Open spaces near Atherington include WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include The Littlehampton Academy (2.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Black Horse Public House (within half a mile south-east)
Why choose BBQ catering in Atherington?
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Atherington. For example:
- Garden parties
- Big birthday parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Retirement do’s
After a christening at a church such as Bailiffscourt Chapel, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- What crockery is supplied
- Allergen information for every dish
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- A clear list of what’s included
What we serve, dish by dish
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, in a roll or on a plate.
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table; have napkins ready.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
How we price a catered barbecue
Each price is built from:
- Site access
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The journey to the venue
- Plates or china
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away