Isle of Wight · England
Barbecue Catering in Blackwater, Isle of Wight
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in Blackwater. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Work barbecues
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising barbecues
A barbecue near Blackwater
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and it does not need a kitchen. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book our barbecue in Blackwater
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Planned to your running order
- Our chef at the grill, not you
Read our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
How our BBQ catering works in Blackwater
Food from a barbecue is best eaten hot off the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Give us your serving time and we’ll work to it. Typical bookings include school fairs and summer fêtes and family celebrations, with beef burgers, halloumi skewers and sausages.
A barbecue in the countryside near Blackwater makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
- Area
- Blackwater (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Blackwater questions
Can you barbecue near the sea around Blackwater?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you come out to small places like Blackwater?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Let us know how many to expect.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. But ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, and our staff serve and clear.
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.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Also in Blackwater
How it works
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving. After service, we clear up and pack away. Sunset in Blackwater is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is usually in daylight.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Get a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How we price a catered barbecue
The price comes down to:
- Crockery choices
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The date and time of year
- Travel to Blackwater
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, send us:
- Roughly how many people
- Dietary requirements
- Any venue rules
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or PO30 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning a barbecue in Blackwater
Blackwater is about 2 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Blackwater and the surrounding area are covered for events. We cover 125 places across the Isle of Wight. We cater events right across the region, from Blackwater to Southampton (17 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as St. Olave's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. PTAs at schools such as Christ The King College often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. With the coast within about 6 miles of Blackwater, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
We cater events across PO30. From Sandy Lane, Sandy Close and Blackwater Hollow or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Shide (1 mile north), Rookley (1 mile south), Merstone (2 miles south-east), Newport (2 miles north) and Rookley Green (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ryde (6 miles north-east), Cowes (6 miles north), Sandown (6 miles east), Shanklin (6 miles south-east), Ventnor (6 miles south-east) and East Cowes (5 miles north). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
A little further out are Whitecroft Hospital (0.8 miles west) and Carisbrooke Castle (1.5 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Stenbury Down.
For event organisers in Blackwater
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
What we serve, dish by dish
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, served in a roll or with sides.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, so halloumi and vegetable skewers make sure they’re not left with just salad.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Tell us about children’s numbers
Running late? Let us know, and we will work around it where possible.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
Blackwater is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we’ll plan the journey.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
Occasions we serve in Blackwater
Add a hog roast for bigger events
In Blackwater, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Garden parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Gatcombe House (1.2 miles south-west) and Sheat Manor (1.4 miles south-west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Before booking anyone
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- VAT, if it applies
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away