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Barbecue Catering in Butcher's Cross, East Sussex
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- Leaving parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
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BBQ catering for Butcher's Cross
About our BBQ catering in Butcher's Cross
Barbecue food is sociable food: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We’ll find the right spot at your venue in Butcher's Cross. We serve beef burgers, halloumi skewers and pulled pork, and we are regularly asked to cater fundraising days and family celebrations.
In a small place like Butcher's Cross, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
- Location
- Butcher's Cross (TN20)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
For planners, venues and organisers
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Questions from Butcher's Cross
Which station is closest to Butcher's Cross?
Crowborough station, about 3 miles north-west of the centre.
How far is Butcher's Cross from London?
About 37 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we will label the meat-free choices clearly.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
How soon do you get booked up?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes. There’s a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll confirm details when we quote.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Plan shelter for your guests.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our barbecue in Butcher's Cross
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Our staff serve and clear
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Timed around your day
Read our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Who books BBQ catering in Butcher's Cross?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Butcher's Cross and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Retirement do’s
- Family celebrations
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Community fun days
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Crowborough station, about 3 miles north-west.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Travel and any London charges
- What crockery is supplied
- Allergen information for every dish
What happens on the day
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we will work around it. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. Sunset in Butcher's Cross is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Include children in your numbers
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or TN20 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite.
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, for guests who prefer chicken.
Planning a barbecue in Butcher's Cross
Butcher's Cross is about 4 miles south-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Hosts in Butcher's Cross book us for events of all sizes. Butcher's Cross is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 20 miles away.
Churches such as Church of the Good Shepherd rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Skippers Hill Manor School, frequently want a barbecue. Butcher's Cross is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Wherever your event is in TN20, we can bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Butcher's Cross, we cover Skippers Hill (1 mile south-west), Five Ashes (1 mile south), Woolbridge (1 mile north-east), Wellbrook (1 mile east) and Mayfield (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Lewes (13 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south), Crowborough (4 miles north-west), Uckfield (6 miles south-west) and Polegate (13 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Tickerage Castle (4.1 miles south-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Butcher's Cross include Selwyns Wood.
- Nearby schools include Five Ashes CofE Primary School (less than half a mile south)
- Local pubs include The Five Ashes Inn (0.5 miles south)
Space, access and the venue
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Butcher's Cross
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
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What BBQ catering costs
The price comes down to:
- Site access
- Plates or china
- Travel to Butcher's Cross
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
- 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