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Barbecue Catering in Broad Oak, East Sussex
BBQ catering in Broad Oak for your event: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, served by our staff.
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BBQ catering in Broad Oak
A catered BBQ in Broad Oak: what to know
Broad Oak is about 6 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cover events in Broad Oak, as well as the surrounding area. Broad Oak is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cater. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 31 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Broad Oak are Great Dixter (3.3 miles north) and Durhamford Manor (3.5 miles west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Doleham station, roughly 2.2 miles south of the centre. The sea is within about 6 miles of Broad Oak, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Anywhere in TN31, we can bring the barbecue to you. That could mean an event in a garden on Pond Close, Reedswood Road and The Orchard or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Broad Oak is on the B2089, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. We also bring barbecues to events in Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-east), Broadland Row (1 mile east), Doleham (2 miles south), Udimore (2 miles east) and Beckley (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Hastings (6 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Nortons Farm Museum (3.7 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (4.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Flatropers Wood.
BBQ catering for your event in Broad Oak
For bigger events in Broad Oak, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we’ll quote for both. On the menu are sausages, BBQ ribs and pulled pork, and typical bookings are for fundraising barbecues and work barbecues.
A barbecue in the countryside near Broad Oak makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Where
- Broad Oak (TN31)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we’ll work around it. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. By late September, sunset in Broad Oak is about 7:00pm; in December it’s about 3:55pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
How to prepare
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Access to the cooking area
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, please mention:
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Allergies we should know about
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Who books BBQ catering in Broad Oak?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
In Broad Oak and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Retirement do’s
- Work barbecues
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
Churches such as The Parish Church of St George rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether plates or china are included
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
The barbecue goes where we agreed, so the event carries on around us.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
Nearby places to Broad Oak
What else we do in Broad Oak
Questions from Broad Oak
Do you come out to small places like Broad Oak?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. With salads and potatoes, it’s a proper meal on a plate; ask about china if you’d like it.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are normally the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
How much choice do we need?
You do not need everything. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our barbecue in Broad Oak
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- A full barbecue menu
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away