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BBQ Catering for East Hoathly
Thinking about a catered barbecue in East Hoathly? We cook outdoors under cover, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Informal weddings
- Retirement do’s
BBQ catering in East Hoathly
BBQ catering for your event in East Hoathly
Barbecues are good at pleasing everyone, with beef, chicken and pork on the menu, plus halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Whether it is work barbecues and club open days, we can cook beef brisket, beef burgers and pulled pork for your guests.
In a small place like East Hoathly, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will plan the route. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Area
- East Hoathly (BN8)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning a barbecue in East Hoathly
East Hoathly is about 4 miles south-east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Hosts in East Hoathly book us for events of all sizes. We cater 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from East Hoathly to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as The Parish Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. PTAs at schools such as East Hoathly CofE Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of East Hoathly, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
For events in BN8, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. Local streets include High Street, London Road and Rectory Close; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. For events just outside East Hoathly, we cover Halland (1 mile west), Whitesmith (1 mile south), Chiddingly (2 miles south-east), Shortgate (2 miles west) and Blackboys (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (11 miles south), Lewes (8 miles south-west), Hailsham (6 miles south-east) and Crowborough (9 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Sussex Farm Museum (3.5 miles east) and Tickerage Castle (3.2 miles north). The countryside around East Hoathly includes Selwyns Wood.
- Pubs nearby include Foresters Arms (less than half a mile south-west)
What comes off the grill
Pulled pork
Because it is slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, so nobody waits for the grill.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
East Hoathly: your questions answered
Is East Hoathly close to London?
About 41 miles from central London.
Is East Hoathly too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll check anything else with you.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
Do you cover East Hoathly?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in East Hoathly. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why us?
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Served at the time you choose
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Organising for someone else?
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
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Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors are:
- Access to the cooking area
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Details that help
These are the details we need:
- Rough numbers
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Allergies we should know about
- Your date and serving time
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
Perfect for your event in East Hoathly
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around East Hoathly. Popular choices:
- Summer staff days
- Fundraising barbecues
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Leaving parties
Among the historic houses close to East Hoathly are Horselunges Manor (4.6 miles south-east) and Michelham Priory (4.8 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- Any travel or access charges
- Allergen information for every dish
- If the price includes VAT
How the day works
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower will not stop it, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. By late September, sunset in East Hoathly is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 3:55pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Send final numbers in good time
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Gather dietary requirements early
Get a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or BN8 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away