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BBQ Catering in East Chiltington
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in East Chiltington by our chef. Our staff serve and clear.
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Family celebrations
- Community fun days
Planning an event in East Chiltington?
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. 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’ll suggest a menu.
Why East Chiltington hosts choose us
- Served at the time you choose
- An itemised quote
- Six meats to choose from
- Our chef at the grill, not you
Take a look at how we price or menu ideas for your barbecue.
How our BBQ catering works in East Chiltington
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, because there’s beef, chicken and pork to choose from, and proper vegetarian and vegan options too. For birthdays and milestone parties and leaving parties, we can cook chicken skewers, sausages and BBQ ribs.
Country barbecues near East Chiltington are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Everything is cooked through properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
- Area
- East Chiltington (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Planning a barbecue in East Chiltington
East Chiltington is about 4 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. We cover events in East Chiltington. We bring barbecues to all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 7 miles away.
Churches such as The Parish Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. Historic houses near East Chiltington include Anne of Cleves House (4.3 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. East Chiltington is within about 3 miles of the South Downs 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.
Events anywhere in BN7 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and roughly how many guests. For events just outside East Chiltington, we cover Chiltington (1 mile east), Plumpton (1 mile south-west), Plumpton Green (1 mile north-west), Streat (1 mile west) and South Chailey (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (4 miles south-east), Hailsham (14 miles east), Crowborough (13 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (10 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (3 miles west) and Lewes Victoria Hospital (3.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Blackcap and Malling Down.
- Local schools include Chailey School (1.6 miles north-east)
East Chiltington: your questions answered
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is East Chiltington close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
Why choose BBQ catering in East Chiltington?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
People around East Chiltington book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Sports clubs and team events
- Big birthday parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
For guests coming by train, Plumpton station, about 0.7 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- How dietary needs are handled
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel or access charges
What happens on the day
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower won’t stop it, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. A summer barbecue in East Chiltington stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Season and day of the week
- Site access
- Crockery choices
- The journey to the venue
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- An estimate of numbers
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near East Chiltington
What else we do in East Chiltington
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
A closer look at the menu
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, for guests who prefer chicken.
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, and served in a soft roll, often with coleslaw.
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- A clear way in from where we park
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in East Chiltington
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away