Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Farringdon, Hampshire
Planning a catered barbecue in Farringdon? We cook outdoors under cover, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Fundraising barbecues
- Club open days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
A barbecue near Farringdon
BBQ catering for your event in Farringdon
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Send us a photo of the space and we’ll confirm it. We are often asked to cater relaxed weddings and evening receptions and cricket, football and rugby club days, serving sausages, beef brisket and chicken skewers.
Country barbecues near Farringdon are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Nearby places to Farringdon
More for events in Farringdon
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Farringdon
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Farringdon?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: use our quote form.
How soon do you get booked up?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
About the food
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu.
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who don’t eat pork or beef a meat option.
Where the barbecue can go in Farringdon
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
A catered BBQ in Farringdon: what to know
Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. We cover Farringdon and its neighbours for events. Farringdon is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Farringdon to Guildford (20 miles away).
Historic houses near Farringdon include Bentworth Hall (3.7 miles north-west) and Hall Place (4.2 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Alton station, about 3 miles north. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Farringdon, 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 the GU34 postcode area and the streets around it. Your event could be at a house on Hall Lane, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. If your venue is just outside Farringdon, we also cover Upper Farringdon (1 mile north-east), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include The Romany Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (2 miles north). Open spaces near Farringdon include Selborne Hill.
- Local pubs include Rose and Crown Inn (under half a mile east)
What affects the price in Farringdon
The biggest factors are:
- Whether you want china
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
- How easy it is to reach the spot
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- The address or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Planned to your running order
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
Read how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Events we cater in Farringdon
Can be paired with a hog roast
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Farringdon and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Fundraising days
- Street parties
- Informal weddings
- Summer staff days
If the day starts at a church like Church of All Saints, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- VAT, if it applies
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What crockery is supplied
Step by step
Grilled food is at its best when it’s hot, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, so nobody waits for the first round. Sunset in Farringdon is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Include children in your numbers
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Read more
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away