East Sussex · England
Barbecue Catering in Barcombe, East Sussex
A catered barbecue for your event in Barcombe: cooked outdoors under cover and served by our team, so you can enjoy the day.
- Evening wedding food
- Street parties
- Garden parties
Planning an event in Barcombe?
About our BBQ catering in Barcombe
Barbecue food is at its best straight from the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Tell us when you’d like to eat and we will plan around it. We are often asked to cater charity fundraisers and summer staff days, serving BBQ ribs, sausages and coleslaw.
Country barbecues near Barcombe are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Location
- Barcombe (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why choose BBQ catering in Barcombe?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
People around Barcombe book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Leaving parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Family celebrations
- Informal weddings
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Cooksbridge station, about 1.5 miles south-west.
What your quote should include
- What crockery is supplied
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the grill
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Salads
A catered BBQ in Barcombe: what to know
Barcombe is about 3 miles north of Lewes, in East Sussex. We cover Barcombe and its neighbours for events. We cater 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Barcombe to Brighton (about 9 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Barcombe Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Within reach of Barcombe are historic houses such as Glyndebourne (3.2 miles south-east) and Anne of Cleves House (3.2 miles south). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Barcombe, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN8, so your event can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Barcombe Mills (1 mile east), Barcombe Cross (1 mile north), Upper Wellingham (1 mile south-east), Mount Pleasant (1 mile north) and Cooksbridge (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (3 miles south), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (11 miles north-east) and Uckfield (5 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Lewes Castle (3 miles south) and St John under the Castle Lewes (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Offham Hill and Malling Down.
- Nearby schools include Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form (2.5 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Anglers Rest pub (0.5 miles east)
Working with your venue
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
About the food
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu; have napkins ready.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
How it works
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook to order through service. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, so nobody waits for the first round. Autumn and winter barbecues in Barcombe get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Gather dietary requirements early
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Travel to Barcombe
- Plates or china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- An estimate of numbers
- Where the event is
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there’s no need to borrow a grill.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
Also near Barcombe
What else we do in Barcombe
Barcombe questions
Which station is closest to Barcombe?
Cooksbridge station, about 1.5 miles south-west of the centre.
Is Barcombe too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower does not stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Is clearing up included?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
What do children typically eat?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Let us know numbers for children.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and it doesn’t need a kitchen. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- An itemised quote
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Our staff serve and clear
- Sides to make it a full meal
Take a look at how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and 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