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BBQ Catering in Copthorne
Hosting a barbecue in Copthorne without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Fundraising barbecues
- Family celebrations
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
Planning an event in Copthorne?
BBQ catering in Copthorne, cooked on site
Barbecue food is sociable food: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Copthorne. We are often asked to cater Fêtes, fairs and sports days and club open days, with chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and beef burgers.
In a place like Copthorne, a barbecue at home is normally the easiest option. Tell us about the drive and the garden, and we will bring everything else. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
- Where
- Copthorne (RH10, RH6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Events we cater in Copthorne
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
People around Copthorne book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Garden parties
- Informal weddings
After a christening at a church such as St John's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Parking near the grill
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Copthorne
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
A closer look at the menu
Sausages
Children usually head straight for the sausages, and they’re easy to eat standing up.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg.
What BBQ catering costs
Each price is built from:
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
- Travel to Copthorne
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What to tell us
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
A catered BBQ in Copthorne: what to know
Copthorne is about 3 miles north-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Hosts in Copthorne book us for events of all sizes. We bring barbecues to 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 21 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Gatwick Airport station is about 2 miles away. Nearby historic houses include Gravetye Manor (4.5 miles south-east) and Saint Hill Manor (4.9 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Copthorne, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH10 and RH6. From Church Road, Brookside and Bridgelands or anywhere nearby, we will bring the barbecue to you. Main roads around Copthorne include the A264, which makes travel to your event easy. For events just outside Copthorne, we cover Shipley Bridge (1 mile north-west), Forge Wood (1 mile west), Tinsley Green (1 mile west), Burstow (1 mile north) and Keeper's Corner (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (3 miles south-west), Horsham (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (5 miles east) and Broadfield (4 miles south-west).
A little further out are Effingham Park Motor Museum (1.6 miles east) and County Mall (3 miles south-west). The countryside around Copthorne includes Hedgecourt Lake.
- Local schools include Hazelwick School (1.9 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Cherry Tree pub (0.8 miles north-east)
Towns and villages near Copthorne
What else we do in Copthorne
For event organisers in Copthorne
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Step by step
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. For an evening barbecue in Copthorne, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:05pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
How to prepare
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Copthorne questions
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Copthorne?
The closest is Gatwick Airport station, roughly 2 miles away.
What do children generally eat?
Typically, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
What meats do you barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with ordering takeaway, a barbecue becomes part of the event, with the smell drawing people over. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Copthorne hosts choose us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- A full barbecue menu
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Take a look at how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards