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Barbecue Catering in Clapham, West Sussex
Planning a catered barbecue in Clapham? Our chef cooks on site, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Big birthday parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- School fairs and summer fêtes
BBQ catering for Clapham
Working with your venue
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
BBQ catering in Clapham, served hot
Barbecue food is sociable food: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Clapham. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, coleslaw and pulled pork, and we are frequently booked for team days and staff summer parties and Fêtes, fairs and sports days.
A barbecue in the countryside near Clapham makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Area
- Clapham (BN13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Step by step
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving for as long as we have agreed. Sunset in Clapham is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is normally 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 clear up so you don’t have to.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
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What we serve, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, a lighter choice than burgers.
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, rich and tender.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book with us
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Cooked on site by our chef
Take a look at our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
How we price a catered barbecue
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- Whether you want china
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of people
- Distance from us
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- An estimate of numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Also in Clapham
Clapham barbecues: local tips
Clapham is about 3 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Planning a catered barbecue in Clapham? We can help. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Clapham to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Mary rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. For anyone arriving by rail, Goring-By-Sea station is about 2.1 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Clapham, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 5 miles of Clapham, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
For events in BN13, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. Whether your event is on The Street, Long Furlong and Church Close or anywhere nearby, we will bring the barbecue to you. Clapham is on the A280, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. We also bring barbecues to events in Patching (1 mile north-west), Cote (1 mile east), Hammerpot (2 miles west), Durrington (2 miles south-east) and Hangleton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (3 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east) and Lancing (6 miles east).
A little further out are Museum of Sussex Folklore (2.9 miles south-east) and Old Castle (2.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Clapham includes WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include Chatsmore Catholic High School (2.2 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Fox pub (0.9 miles west)
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Events we cater in Clapham
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
In Clapham and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Informal weddings
- Fundraising barbecues
- Back-garden get-togethers
Nearby historic houses include Ecclesden Manor (1.5 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
Before you book anyone
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- VAT, if it applies
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Clapham
Could you cook in Clapham Wood?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Clapham?
Goring-By-Sea station, about 2.1 miles south of the centre.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, and our staff serve and clear.
How many meats should we choose?
Not generally. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We cook under cover, so rain is not a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Parking near the grill
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Clapham
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away