Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in East Boldre
A catered barbecue for events around East Boldre: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, served by our staff.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Fundraising days
Planning an event in East Boldre?
BBQ catering for your event in East Boldre
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, and pulled pork, brisket and ribs make it a proper feast. You choose the mix that suits your event. For team days and staff summer parties and close and cul-de-sac parties, we can cook beef brisket, halloumi skewers and sausages and more.
In a small place like East Boldre, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
Questions from East Boldre
Can you barbecue near the sea around East Boldre?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
What do you need from the venue?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
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’ll check.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you are not left with the mess.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Plan shelter for your guests.
A closer look at the menu
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, piled into rolls.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Step by step
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 have agreed. Sunset in East Boldre is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is normally in daylight.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or SO42 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in East Boldre
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
Working with your venue
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a row of street-food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Add a hog roast alongside
Read our prices page and BBQ menu ideas.
Planning a barbecue in East Boldre
East Boldre is about 5 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. We are happy to travel to East Boldre for events. East Boldre is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from East Boldre to Southampton (about 8 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Paul, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Beaulieu Village Primary School, often want a barbecue. East Boldre is within about 2 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 5 miles of East Boldre, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
For events in SO42, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. Your event could be at a house on Sweyns Lease, Chapel Lane and Warton Close or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Close by, we cover events in Furzey Lodge (1 mile north), Beaulieu (1 mile north-east), Bailey's Hard (1 mile east), The Hummicks (2 miles east) and Dibden Purlieu (4 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (14 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Fareham (12 miles east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (4.1 miles south-west) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near East Boldre include Boldre Foreshore.
- Local pubs include Turfcutters Arms (within half a mile south)
What BBQ catering costs
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- Whether you want china
- Access to the cooking area
- Numbers
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- An estimate of numbers
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Events we cater in East Boldre
Cooked in front of your guests
Hosts in East Boldre book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Work barbecues
Among the historic houses close to East Boldre are Beaulieu Palace House (1.3 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
What to look for in a quote
- What crockery is supplied
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Towns and villages near East Boldre
Also in East Boldre
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards