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Barbecue Catering in Botolphs, West Sussex
Hosting a barbecue in Botolphs without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Retirement do’s
- Fundraising days
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
A barbecue near Botolphs
BBQ catering for your event in Botolphs
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’ll work to it. Typical bookings include leaving and retirement parties and charity fundraisers, serving BBQ ribs, beef brisket and pulled pork.
In a small place like Botolphs, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
- Area
- Botolphs (BN44)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Perfect for your event in Botolphs
Can be paired with a hog roast
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Neighbourhood parties
- Retirement do’s
- Summer staff days
- Big birthday parties
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Upper Beeding Primary School, frequently want a barbecue.
What to look for in a quote
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether VAT is included
Botolphs questions
Do you come out to small places like Botolphs?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Botolphs?
Shoreham-By-Sea station, about 3.2 miles south-east of the centre.
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.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We tidy the serving area. China is available on request.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Do you offer halal meat?
No, we do not offer halal meat. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
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What BBQ catering costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- Site access
- Plates or china
- The date and time of year
- Travel to Botolphs
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, please mention:
- Roughly how many people
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Botolphs barbecues: local tips
Botolphs is about 3 miles north-west of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. Events in Botolphs are part of our patch. We cater 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Botolphs to Brighton (about 8 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Portslade Manor (4.6 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Shoreham-By-Sea station, about 3.2 miles south-east. With the coast within about 4 miles of Botolphs, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
We bring barbecues to events all over BN44. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Upper Beeding (1 mile north-east), Bramber (1 mile north), Steyning (1 mile north-west), Sompting (3 miles south-west) and Lancing (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Horsham (13 miles north), Worthing (5 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (11 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (3 miles south-east).
A little further out are Steyning Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Old Castle (4.9 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Steep Down and Mill Hill.
- Local schools include Steyning Grammar School (1.6 miles north-west)
Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
For planners, venues and organisers
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
How it works
We get there well ahead of food time, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Sunset in Botolphs is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is normally in daylight.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why book our barbecue in Botolphs
- Six meats to choose from
- Planned to your running order
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Read our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes turn a barbecue into a full meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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