Southampton · England
BBQ Catering in Bitterne Park
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Bitterne Park by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Leaving parties
Planning an event in Bitterne Park?
BBQ catering in Bitterne Park, cooked on site
Hosting a barbecue generally means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can spend the time with your guests. We serve halloumi skewers, BBQ ribs and coleslaw, and we are regularly asked to cater club open days and engagement and anniversary parties.
For a barbecue in Bitterne Park, the garden is frequently the best venue. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we’ll bring everything else. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Bitterne Park (SO18, SO17, SO19)
- Area hub
- Southampton
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What the cooking area needs
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Bitterne Park
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
The menu, dish by dish
Pulled pork
Pulled pork in a roll with coleslaw is hard to beat.
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, a lighter choice than burgers.
Barbecues in Bitterne Park: gardens, clubs and local tips
Bitterne Park is about 1 mile east of Southampton, in Southampton. We cater events of every size in Bitterne Park. We cater all 40 towns and villages in Southampton.
Nearby historic houses include South Stoneham House (0.9 miles north) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (2.2 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. A green space like Riverside Park is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so. The sea is within about 3 miles of Bitterne Park, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
We cover events in every part of SO18, SO17 and SO19. That could mean an event in a garden on Neva Road, Avon Road and Bond Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Bitterne Park sits on or near the A3024, so getting the barbecue to your event is simple. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Midanbury (1 mile north-east), Bitterne Manor (1 mile south-west), St Denys (1 mile west), Townhill Park (1 mile north-east) and Bitterne (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Shirley (3 miles west), Regents Park (3 miles west), Maybush (3 miles west), Coxford (3 miles west), Freemantle (3 miles west) and Lordswood (3 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Bitterne Local History Society Heritage And Research Centre (0.8 miles south-east) and Royal South Hants Hospital (1.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Bitterne Park includes Netley Common.
- Local schools include Bitterne Park Primary School (less than half a mile north-west) and Bitterne Park School (under half a mile north)
- Nearby, you’ll find Bitterne Park Hotel (under half a mile west)
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a cold buffet, barbecue food is hot and cooked to order, and nothing sits out all afternoon. 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’ll suggest what works.
Why Bitterne Park hosts choose us
- Timed around your day
- Sides to make it a full meal
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
See how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
Nearby places to Bitterne Park
What else we do in Bitterne Park
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Why choose BBQ catering in Bitterne Park?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
People around Bitterne Park book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Fundraising barbecues
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Big birthday parties
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as St Mary's Independent School, frequently want a barbecue.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- A clear list of what’s included
Bitterne Park: your questions answered
How far is Bitterne Park from London?
Roughly 68 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
How many meats should we choose?
You don’t need everything. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket and we’ll advise on the rest.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll check anything else with you.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The cooking area is covered, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
What affects the price in Bitterne Park
Each price is built from:
- Numbers
- The journey to the venue
- Whether you want china
- Season and day of the week
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- Rough numbers
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or SO18 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
The process
With cover over the grill, the weather rarely holds us up, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. Autumn and winter barbecues in Bitterne Park get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Name a contact for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards