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Barbecue Catering in Ditchling, West Sussex
BBQ catering for events in Ditchling: cooked outdoors under cover with staff to serve and clear, so you can enjoy the day.
- Club open days
- Community fun days
- Fundraising barbecues
A barbecue near Ditchling
About our BBQ catering in Ditchling
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Tell us about the space in Ditchling and we will check it works. Whether it is birthdays and milestone parties and back-garden get-togethers, we will put together a menu of beef burgers, halloumi skewers and coleslaw for your guests.
Country barbecues near Ditchling are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. All the barbecue, none of the effort: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
- Where
- Ditchling (BN6)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Common questions in Ditchling
Do you come out to small places like Ditchling?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Ditchling close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
How do you handle food safety?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
What do children normally eat?
Generally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you cover Ditchling?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Ditchling and the rest of West Sussex included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
How far ahead should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it is always worth asking: fill in our quote form.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
How it works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it is a case of cooking and serving for as long as we’ve agreed. Evening barbecues in Ditchling need a little planning: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
How to get a price
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or BN6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a cold buffet, barbecue food is hot and cooked to order, and nothing sits out all afternoon. What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Cooked on site by our chef
- A full barbecue menu
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Read our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll work around it where possible.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
About the food
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, and served in a soft roll, frequently with coleslaw.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
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More for events in Ditchling
Where the barbecue can go in Ditchling
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
Ditchling barbecues: local tips
Ditchling is about 3 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We cater events of every size in Ditchling. We cater all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Ditchling to Brighton (6 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Hassocks station is about 1.4 miles away. Churches such as Ditchling Unitarian Chapel rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. The South Downs National Park is within about a mile of Ditchling, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN6, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on High Street, The Twitten and Charlton Gardens or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Ditchling, we cover Keymer (1 mile west), Westmeston (1 mile south), Hassocks (1 mile west), Clayton (2 miles south-west) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north), East Grinstead (15 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles south-west).
A little further out are Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (under half a mile west) and The Dene Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Ditchling include Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Downlands Community School (1.1 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Bull Hotel (under half a mile west)
How we price a catered barbecue
Each price is built from:
- Distance from us
- Site access
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
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.
Occasions we serve in Ditchling
Food handled by a professional team
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Ditchling. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Fundraising barbecues
- Summer parties in the garden
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Ditchling (St Margaret's) Church of England Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
Before booking anyone
- What crockery is supplied
- If the price includes VAT
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- 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
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away