West Sussex · England
BBQ Catering for Dial Post
Planning a barbecue in Dial Post and do not want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fundraising barbecues
- Street parties
BBQ catering in Dial Post
BBQ catering for your event in Dial Post
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. We cook on site at your event in Dial Post, outdoors under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. Typical bookings include family celebrations and community fun days, with sausages, beef brisket and chicken skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Dial Post makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
- Where
- Dial Post (RH13)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Dial Post
Here’s what affects the price:
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- The date and time of the event
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Dial Post barbecues: local tips
Dial Post is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. We cater events of every size in Dial Post. Dial Post is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Events anywhere in RH13 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Streets in the area include The Green, Swallows Lane and Bentons Lane, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Other places close to Dial Post we cover include Whitehall (2 miles north-west), Shipley (2 miles north), West Grinstead (2 miles north-east), Broomer's Corner (2 miles north-west) and Partridge Green (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (10 miles east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Green spaces nearby include Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Nearby places to Dial Post
What else we do in Dial Post
How it works
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’ve agreed. Autumn and winter barbecues in Dial Post get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
How to prepare
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Gather dietary requirements early
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Salads
Common questions in Dial Post
Do you come out to small places like Dial Post?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Dial Post from London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
What if it rains?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Should we have every meat?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Dial Post. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
About the food
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, served on a plate or in a roll.
Events we cater in Dial Post
Food handled by a professional team
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Dial Post. For example:
- Family celebrations
- Street parties
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Leaving parties
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Allergen information for every dish
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why Dial Post hosts choose us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Our staff serve and clear
See our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Working with your venue
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away