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Barbecue Catering in East Dean, West Sussex
A barbecue in East Dean, without you at the grill: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Garden parties
A barbecue near East Dean
Barbecue venues around East Dean
East Dean is about 6 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. East Dean is well within our area for events and the places nearby. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from East Dean to Guildford (about 24 miles away).
Historic houses near East Dean include West Dean House (2.6 miles west) and Goodwood House (2.9 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. East Dean is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in PO18 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Local streets include Main Road, Chapel Row and Charlton Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Charlton (1 mile west), Singleton (2 miles west), West Dean (3 miles west), Heyshott (3 miles north) and Cocking (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (8 miles south), Chichester (6 miles south-west), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east) and Emsworth (10 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Weald and Downland Gridshell (1.8 miles west) and Chichester Centre (5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Graffham Common and Levin Down.
- Nearby, you will find The Star And Garter Public House (under half a mile south)
BBQ catering in East Dean, served hot
A home barbecue means hours at the grill and a pile of washing up. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can enjoy your own event. Whether it is engagement and anniversary parties and big birthday parties, we can cook pulled pork, BBQ ribs and sausages.
In a small place like East Dean, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Location
- East Dean (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
More for events in East Dean
What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
For anyone avoiding pork or beef, chicken skewers are the answer, cooked until it is hot all the way through.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Common questions in East Dean
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is East Dean 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.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Should we have every meat?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we’ll suggest a split.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The cooking area is covered, so it is guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Will children like the BBQ?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in East Dean
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we will work around it where possible.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
How the day 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 have agreed. Autumn and winter barbecues in East Dean get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or PO18 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests do not eat pork. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. 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.
Why book with us
- An itemised quote
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
What affects the price in East Dean
We work out each quote from:
- Distance from us
- Access to the cooking area
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- Where the event is
- Allergies we should know about
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Why choose BBQ catering in East Dean?
Hot food straight off the grill
In East Dean and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Fundraising barbecues
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Evening wedding food
Churches such as The Parish Church of All Saints rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
- Travel and any London charges
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards