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BBQ Catering for Chilgrove
Planning a catered barbecue in Chilgrove? Our chef cooks on site, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising days
- Summer staff days
BBQ catering for Chilgrove
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
BBQ catering in Chilgrove, served hot
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. You choose the mix that suits your event. We serve pulled pork, coleslaw and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for cricket, football and rugby club days and leaving parties.
A barbecue in the countryside near Chilgrove makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. Everything is cooked through properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
- Area
- Chilgrove (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Step by step
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we time our arrival around your serving time. It means food comes off the grill hot. At midsummer, it is light in Chilgrove until about 9:20pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
How to prepare
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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Where the barbecue can go in Chilgrove
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Chilgrove
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Questions from Chilgrove
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Chilgrove close to London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How soon do you get booked up?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we’ll check.
How many meats should we choose?
You don’t need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we’ll advise on the rest.
What meats do you barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What BBQ catering costs
Things that change the price:
- Travel to Chilgrove
- Plates or china
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Site access
What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, send us:
- Allergies we should know about
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Send us the date, the address or PO18 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Barbecue venues around Chilgrove
Chilgrove is about 6 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Chilgrove and the surrounding area are covered for events. Chilgrove is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 25 miles away.
The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Chilgrove, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in PO18 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. We also bring barbecues to events in East Marden (2 miles west), Didling (3 miles north), Elsted (4 miles north), Compton (4 miles west) and Ingrams Green (4 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (10 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (7 miles south-west) and Rustington (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Chichester Centre (5.2 miles south) and Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Chilgrove include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Bow Hill.
Places near Chilgrove
What else we do in Chilgrove
For event organisers in Chilgrove
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with ordering takeaway, a barbecue becomes part of the event, with the smell drawing people over. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book our barbecue in Chilgrove
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Add a hog roast alongside
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Planned to your running order
Take a look at our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
What comes off the grill
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, for guests who prefer chicken.
Perfect for your event in Chilgrove
Can be paired with a hog roast
People around Chilgrove book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Charity fundraisers
- Street parties
- Sports clubs and team events
- Big birthday parties
Within reach of Chilgrove are historic houses such as West Dean House (1.6 miles south-east) and Uppark (4.4 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Travel and any London charges
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away