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Barbecue Catering in Cootham, West Sussex
BBQ catering for events in Cootham: grilled on site with staff to serve and clear, so you can relax with your guests.
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Sports clubs and team events
A barbecue near Cootham
BBQ catering in Cootham, served hot
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Send us a photo of the space and we’ll confirm it. On the menu are coleslaw, BBQ ribs and pulled pork, and typical bookings are for family celebrations and work barbecues.
A barbecue in the countryside near Cootham makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Area
- Cootham (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
Step by step
We arrive in good time before service, so the barbecue is ready when you are. The smell soon brings people over. By late September, sunset in Cootham is about 7:05pm; in December it’s about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
How to prepare
- Include children in your numbers
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Get a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
Planning help
Looking after everyone
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Who books BBQ catering in Cootham?
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Cootham and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Garden parties
- Fundraising days
- Evening wedding food
- Community fun days
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Storrington Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
What your quote should include
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Any travel or access charges
- The full menu and the sides
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
FAQs for Cootham
Can you do a barbecue in Parham Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
What’s the nearest station to Cootham?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 3.3 miles away.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, and our staff serve and clear.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
Do you come to Cootham?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will check the date.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. But ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The cooking area is covered, so it is guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, with beef, chicken and pork rather than one main meat. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so some events have both. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Hot food straight off the grill
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Planned to your running order
See our prices page and BBQ menu ideas.
How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Beef brisket
Brisket makes a barbecue feel like a proper meal.
For event organisers in Cootham
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
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.
Planning a barbecue in Cootham
Cootham is about 7 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Cootham? We cover the whole area. We bring barbecues to all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Cootham include Parham House (1.1 miles west) and Old Place Manor (3.4 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. If guests are travelling by rail, Pulborough station, about 3.3 miles north-west, is the nearest station. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Cootham. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Wherever your event is in RH20, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Warren Croft, Pulborough Road and The Crescent or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Cootham, we cover Storrington (1 mile east), Wiggonholt (2 miles north-west), Sullington (2 miles south-east), West Chiltington Common (2 miles north) and Abingworth (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1 mile east) and Amberley Castle (3.2 miles west). The countryside around Cootham includes Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Schools near Cootham include Rydon Community College (1.5 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Crown Inn (within half a mile west)
Also near Cootham
What else we do in Cootham
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards