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BBQ Catering in Crumbles
Want a barbecue in Crumbles without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Garden parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
BBQ catering for Crumbles
Events we cater in Crumbles
Food handled by a professional team
People around Crumbles book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Retirement do’s
- Garden parties
- Summer staff days
- Community fun days
For a fundraiser at a school like St Catherine's College, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Any travel or access charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Plates, china and cutlery
How our BBQ catering works in Crumbles
There’s something about a barbecue that gets people talking: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. In Crumbles, we will set up where it suits your event. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, BBQ ribs and chicken skewers, and we’re frequently booked for community fun days and summer parties in the garden.
Country barbecues near Crumbles are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
- Where
- Crumbles (BN23)
- Region
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning a barbecue in Crumbles
Crumbles is about 2 miles east of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Crumbles and the surrounding area are covered for events. We cover all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 20 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Pevensey & Westham station, about 1.3 miles north, is the nearest station. If you had Princes Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are often restricted in parks. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Crumbles, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 3 miles of Crumbles, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
We cater events across the BN23 postcode area. Whether your event is on Tambora Square, Long Beach View and Golden Gate Way or a nearby road, we will bring the barbecue to you. Other places close to Crumbles we cover include Langney (1 mile west), Pevensey Bay (1 mile north-east), Pevensey (2 miles north), Westham (2 miles north-west) and Stone Cross (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (11 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles north-east), Seaford (10 miles west), Lewes (15 miles west), Hailsham (6 miles north-west) and St Leonards (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Pevensey Court House Museum And Gaol (1.6 miles north) and Pevensey Castle (1.5 miles north). Open spaces near Crumbles include Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Haven Voluntary Aided CofE/Methodist Primary School (0.8 miles south-west)
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why Crumbles hosts choose us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- An itemised quote
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
See how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
Places near Crumbles
Also in Crumbles
Crumbles: your questions answered
Can you barbecue near the sea around Crumbles?
Yes, of course. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Crumbles too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes. There’s a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
Do you cover Crumbles?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Crumbles and the rest of East Sussex included. Send us the address for a quote.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
- The journey to the venue
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many people
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Coleslaw is the natural partner for pulled pork, while salads keep it light.
How it works
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook to order through service. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, which keeps the queue moving. A summer barbecue in Crumbles stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:00pm.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
Read more
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away