East Sussex · England
BBQ Catering for Fairlight
Hot off the grill at your event in Fairlight: a full barbecue menu, plus sides, served by our staff.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Evening wedding food
- Back-garden get-togethers
BBQ catering in Fairlight
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
Beef burgers
No barbecue is complete without burgers, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
BBQ catering in Fairlight, cooked on site
Barbecues are good at pleasing everyone, with beef, chicken and pork on the menu, and proper vegetarian and vegan options too. Whether it’s family celebrations and close and cul-de-sac parties, we can cook beef brisket, halloumi skewers and BBQ ribs and more.
Near Fairlight, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
- Location
- Fairlight (TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the day works
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. For an evening barbecue in Fairlight, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- 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 clear up so you don’t have to.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Get a quote
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.
Related guides
Barbecues in Fairlight: gardens, clubs and local tips
Fairlight is about 4 miles east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cover Fairlight and its neighbours for events. Fairlight is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Fairlight to Brighton (about 34 miles away).
If the day starts at a church like The Parish Church of St Andrew, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Coming by train? The closest railway station is Three Oaks station, roughly 2.2 miles north-west of the centre. The sea is within about 4 miles of Fairlight, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Wherever your event is in TN35, we can cook on site for your guests. Whether your event is on Hill Road, The Close and Lower Coastguard Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the barbecue to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Fairlight Cove (1 mile east), Friar's Hill (1 mile north), Guestling (1 mile north-west), Bachelor's Bump (1 mile west) and Guestling Green (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Hastings (4 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles west), Hastings Old Town (3 miles south-west), Belmont (3 miles south-west) and Langney (15 miles west).
A little further out are Hastings Old Town Hall Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Conquest Hospital (3.4 miles west). Within reach you will find Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Crockery choices
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Roughly how many people
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Who books BBQ catering in Fairlight?
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Fairlight. Popular bookings include:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Summer staff days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Evening wedding food
Thinking of a barbecue in Speckled Wood? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, typically the council’s.
What your quote should include
- Any travel or access charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether VAT is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, so there is very little left for you to do.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A clear way in from where we park
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the grill
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
Working with your venue
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are 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.
Fairlight: your questions answered
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Which station is closest to Fairlight?
Three Oaks station, about 2.2 miles north-west of the centre.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Will children like the BBQ?
Usually, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
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’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Fairlight. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Other occasions in Fairlight
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and food safety is in professional hands. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- A full barbecue menu
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Planned to your running order
Take a look at how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away