Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Copythorne
Want a barbecue in Copythorne without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Sports clubs and team events
- Community fun days
Planning an event in Copythorne?
BBQ catering in Copythorne, served hot
There’s more to a catered barbecue than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. On the menu are coleslaw, BBQ ribs and chicken skewers, and typical bookings are for sports clubs and team events and garden parties.
Country barbecues near Copythorne are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of a takeaway delivery, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, and the grill becomes a gathering point. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What you get with us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Timed around your day
- Sides to make it a full meal
Take a look at how we price or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Step by step
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves through the time you’ve chosen. Evening barbecues in Copythorne need a little planning: it is light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- 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.
- We serve as people come up.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Before we arrive
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Getting a price
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
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How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- The number of people
- The journey to the venue
- Access to the cooking area
- Whether you want china
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many people
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Copythorne
Six meats to choose from
People around Copythorne book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Evening wedding food
- Fundraising days
- Sports clubs and team events
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Historic houses near Copythorne include Landford Manor (4.6 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
Comparing caterers
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- How dietary needs are handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- Travel and any London charges
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- A spot well clear of buildings
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
Other occasions in Copythorne
Planning a barbecue in Copythorne
Copythorne is about 2 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Copythorne? We can help. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Copythorne to Southampton (7 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as Copythorne CofE Infant School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. After a christening at a church such as Church of St Mary, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Copythorne is within about 5 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
For events in SO40, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. Whether your event is on Pound Lane, Vicarage Lane and Copythorne Crescent or anywhere nearby, we will bring the barbecue to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Winsor (1 mile south-east), Newbridge (1 mile north-west), Cadnam (1 mile south-west), Bartley (1 mile south) and Ower (1 mile north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east), Hedge End (11 miles east), Lymington (12 miles south) and Romsey (6 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Eling Experience (3.2 miles east) and Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.3 miles east). The countryside around Copythorne includes Copythorne Common.
- Local pubs include Compass Inn (0.5 miles east)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Common questions in Copythorne
Do you come out to small places like Copythorne?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Copythorne?
The closest is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 3.1 miles away.
Is the meat halal?
We don’t offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Use our quote form.
What meats do you barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there is very little washing up. China is available on request.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve, and we will label the meat-free choices clearly.
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu; have napkins ready.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away