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BBQ Catering for Etchingwood
Hosting a barbecue in Etchingwood without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Birthdays and milestone parties
BBQ catering for Etchingwood
Barbecue venues around Etchingwood
Etchingwood is about 2 miles north-east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We are happy to travel to Etchingwood for events and the places nearby. We bring barbecues to 289 places in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Buxted station, about 0.9 miles north-west. Churches such as Church of St Mary the Virgin rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Etchingwood, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over TN22 and the streets around it. Nearby, we also cater events in Potter's Green (1 mile north-west), Buxted (1 mile north-west), Framfield (1 mile south-west), Blackboys (1 mile south-east) and Hadlow Down (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (10 miles south-west), Hailsham (9 miles south-east), Crowborough (5 miles north) and Newhaven (14 miles south).
A little further out are Uckfield Community Hospital (2.2 miles south-west) and Tickerage Castle (0.9 miles south). The countryside around Etchingwood includes Selwyns Wood.
- Nearby, you will find The Buxted Inn (0.8 miles north-west)
How our BBQ catering works in Etchingwood
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, with beef, chicken and pork on the menu, plus halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. We’re often asked to cater cricket, football and rugby club days and fundraising days, with coleslaw, halloumi skewers and BBQ ribs.
Country barbecues near Etchingwood are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
- Location
- Etchingwood (TN22)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a cold buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked, and nothing sits out all afternoon. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Six meats to choose from
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
Read how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Etchingwood
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
How far is Etchingwood from London?
About 37 miles from central London.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Is the food cooked safely?
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 you do halal?
We do not offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Midweek dates are normally easier to get. Send us your details through our quote form.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What meats do you barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
For event organisers in Etchingwood
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
Nearby places to Etchingwood
Also in Etchingwood
The menu, dish by dish
Pulled pork
Pulled pork in a roll with coleslaw is hard to beat.
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu; have napkins ready.
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Request gluten-free rolls
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
- Travel to Etchingwood
- Plates or china
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
When you get in touch, please mention:
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The venue or postcode
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Etchingwood
Nobody in your party stuck at the grill
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Etchingwood. For example:
- Sports clubs and team events
- Summer parties in the garden
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Summer staff days
For a fundraiser at a school like Uckfield College, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether VAT is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
The process
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. By late September, sunset in Etchingwood is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 3:55pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Getting a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A clear way in from where we park
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards