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BBQ Catering in Emsworth
Hosting a barbecue in Emsworth without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Big birthday parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Back-garden get-togethers
Planning an event in Emsworth?
Working with your venue
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
BBQ catering in Emsworth, cooked on site
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Emsworth: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. With us cooking, nobody you know spends the afternoon at the grill. Popular choices include sausages, halloumi skewers and BBQ ribs, and we’re frequently booked for relaxed weddings and evening receptions and reunions and family get-togethers.
In a place like Emsworth, a barbecue at home is usually the easiest option. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we will do the rest. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
- Area
- Emsworth (PO10)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why choose BBQ catering in Emsworth?
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. 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. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Emsworth
- Served at the time you choose
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Serving and clearing done for you
- A full barbecue menu
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What happens on the day
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, and the rest of the space is yours. Smoke drifts, so we’ll think about the wind with you. Autumn and winter barbecues in Emsworth get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- 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
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Getting a price
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or PO10 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
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FAQs for Emsworth
Which station is closest to Emsworth?
Emsworth station, in Emsworth itself.
Can you do a barbecue in Eames Farm?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Let us know how many to expect.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Emsworth. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Where the barbecue can go in Emsworth
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Emsworth
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Barbecue venues around Emsworth
Emsworth is about 2 miles east of Havant, in West Sussex. Events in Emsworth are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. Emsworth is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 20 miles away.
After a christening at a church such as Church of St James, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Thinking of a barbecue in Eames Farm? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, normally the council’s. With the coast within about 6 miles of Emsworth, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Events anywhere in PO10 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and roughly how many guests. Local streets include High Street, Beacon Square and Seagull Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Main roads around Emsworth include the A27 and A259, so getting the barbecue to your event is simple. For events just outside Emsworth, we cover Lumley (1 mile east), Westbourne (1 mile north-east), Denvilles (1 mile west), Southbourne (1 mile east) and Warblington (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles east), Chichester (7 miles east), Selsey (10 miles south-east), Portfield (8 miles east), Yapton (14 miles east) and East Wittering (7 miles south-east).
A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (2.2 miles west) and Emsworth Museum (under half a mile south). Within reach you will find Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
- Schools near Emsworth include Bourne Community College (1 mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Kings Arms (under half a mile south-west)
Planning for dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there’s no need to borrow a grill.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Events we cater in Emsworth
Food handled by a professional team
In Emsworth and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Street parties
- Work barbecues
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Leaving parties
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like St James Church of England Controlled Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether travel is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- A clear list of what’s included
How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- Plates or china
- Travel to Emsworth
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
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. Please include:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
About the food
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, in a roll or with sides.
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards