Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering for East Harting
Thinking about a catered barbecue in East Harting? Our chef cooks on site, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Summer parties in the garden
- Neighbourhood parties
A barbecue near East Harting
BBQ catering for your event in East Harting
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. We’ll find the right spot at your venue in East Harting. We’re frequently asked to cater neighbourhood parties and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, with halloumi skewers, sausages and pulled pork.
A barbecue in the countryside near East Harting makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
How it works
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. By late September, sunset in East Harting is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
How to prepare
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the grill
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Why choose BBQ catering in East Harting?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
In East Harting, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Family celebrations
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Garden parties
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Mary & St Gabriel rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- How dietary needs are handled
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- The full menu and the sides
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Served at the time you choose
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
See our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
East Harting questions
Which station is closest to East Harting?
Petersfield station, about 4.1 miles north-west of the centre.
Is East Harting close to London?
About 49 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Tell us numbers so there’s enough.
What do children normally eat?
Yes, generally: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Can you cater in East Harting?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will check the date.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Do you offer halal meat?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately; our vegetarian and vegan options are available.
What BBQ catering costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Plates or china
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to East Harting
- Season and day of the week
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
Barbecue venues around East Harting
East Harting is about 4 miles south-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. East Harting is well within our area for events and the places nearby. We cover 683 places across Hampshire. We cater events right across the region, from East Harting to Guildford (about 23 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Petersfield station, about 4.1 miles north-west. Historic houses near East Harting include Uppark (1.7 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. East Harting is within about a mile of the South Downs National Park. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of Hampshire takes in GU31. From Hollist Lane, East Harting Street and Orchard Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Other places close to East Harting we cover include South Harting (1 mile west), Nyewood (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile east), Elsted Marsh (2 miles east) and Dumpford (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Havant (9 miles south-west), Horndean (8 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north), Waterlooville (10 miles south-west), Petersfield (4 miles north-west) and Purbrook (10 miles south-west).
A little further out are Petersfield Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-west) and Bear Museum (3.7 miles north-west). The countryside around East Harting includes Iping and Stedham Commons and Oakham Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Ship Inn (0.8 miles west)
About the food
Beef brisket
Slow-cooked beef brisket, sliced to serve, for a more substantial plate.
Beef burgers
Our chef grills beef burgers to order, hot off the barbecue.
Towns and villages near East Harting
Other occasions in East Harting
Working with your venue
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards