Isle of Wight · England
Barbecue Catering in Elmfield, Isle of Wight
Treat your guests to a proper barbecue at your event in Elmfield. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Club open days
- Fundraising days
- Summer parties in the garden
BBQ catering for Elmfield
About our BBQ catering in Elmfield
Barbecue food is at its best straight from the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Tell us when you’d like to eat and we will work to it. Whether it is relaxed weddings and evening receptions and leaving and retirement parties, we will put together a menu of coleslaw, halloumi skewers and beef burgers for your guests.
For a barbecue in Elmfield, the garden is frequently the best venue. Tell us about the drive and the garden, and we will do the rest. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
- Area
- Elmfield (PO33)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Elmfield
The price comes down to:
- Season and day of the week
- Plates or china
- Travel to Elmfield
- Site access
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Roughly how many people
- Dietary requirements
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
FAQs for Elmfield
Can you barbecue near the sea around Elmfield?
Yes, of course. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
What’s the nearest station to Elmfield?
Ryde St Johns Road station, in Elmfield itself.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Tell us what’s available on site and we will confirm the rest when we quote.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Of course. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Planning a barbecue in Elmfield
Elmfield is about 1 mile south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Planning a catered barbecue in Elmfield? We can help. Elmfield is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our bookings stretch from Elmfield to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Nearby historic houses include Nunwell House (2.6 miles south) and Morton Manor (3.2 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. The sea is within about a mile of Elmfield, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Wherever your event is in PO33, we can bring the barbecue to you. From Park Road, Rink Road and Hope Road or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. You will find Elmfield on the A3055, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. If your venue is just outside Elmfield, we also cover Oakfield (1 mile west), Appley (1 mile north-east), Westridge (1 mile south), Ryde (1 mile north-west) and Puckpool (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (7 miles west), Cowes (7 miles west), Sandown (5 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south) and East Cowes (6 miles west). Remote sites take a little more planning, so ask early about your event.
Well-known places in the area include Cothey Bottom Heritage Centre (0.8 miles south-east) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (5.1 miles north). The countryside around Elmfield includes Brading Down and Alan Hersey Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Ryde School with Upper Chine (1 mile north-west) and Ryde Academy (1.2 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include High Park Tavern (less than half a mile east)
Why choose BBQ catering in Elmfield?
Next to a fixed venue menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself, and eat outdoors. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why Elmfield hosts choose us
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Six meats to choose from
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our prices page or our barbecue menu ideas.
Occasions we serve in Elmfield
Cooked in front of your guests
In Elmfield, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Retirement do’s
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Charity fundraisers
If guests are travelling by rail, Elmfield has its own station, Ryde St Johns Road station.
What your quote should include
- Plates, china and cutlery
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether VAT is included
More for events in Elmfield
How the day works
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we will adjust where we can. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. Sunset in Elmfield is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is typically in daylight.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or PO33 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
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Where the barbecue can go in Elmfield
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
For somewhere as remote as Elmfield, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
The menu, dish by dish
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is slow-cooked until it falls apart, piled into rolls.
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, in a roll or on a plate.
Working with your venue
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 will keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll work around it where possible.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away