East Sussex · England
BBQ Catering for Filching
Hosting a barbecue in Filching without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Leaving parties
- Informal weddings
A barbecue near Filching
About our BBQ catering in Filching
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. For charity fundraisers and informal weddings, we will put together a menu of beef brisket, chicken skewers and beef burgers.
Country barbecues near Filching are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Location
- Filching (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Tell us about children’s numbers
The barbecue goes where we agreed, so the event carries on around us.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
Nearby places to Filching
Other occasions in Filching
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A clear way in from where we park
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
What comes off the grill
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg.
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, a lighter choice than burgers.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Served at the time you choose
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
Read our prices page or our barbecue menu ideas.
Filching questions
Which station is closest to Filching?
The closest is Polegate station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Is Filching close to London?
About 50 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage, cooked separately from the meat.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
How far ahead should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it’s always worth asking: use our quote form.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will check anything else with you.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
How the day works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves for as long as we’ve agreed. By late September, sunset in Filching is about 7:05pm; in December it’s about 3:55pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Before we arrive
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Related guides
A catered BBQ in Filching: what to know
Filching is about 3 miles north-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Filching? We cover the whole area. We cater 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Polegate station, about 1.5 miles north-east. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Willingdon Primary School, often want a barbecue. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Filching. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 4 miles of Filching, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Wherever your event is in BN26, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also bring barbecues to events in Wannock (1 mile north-east), Folkington (1 mile north-west), Lower Willingdon (1 mile east), Willingdon (1 mile east) and Polegate (2 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Eastbourne (3 miles south-east), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (5 miles west), Lewes (11 miles north-west) and Hailsham (4 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Burlough Castle (2.5 miles west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Filching include Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include Willingdon Community School (0.9 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Eight Bells Inn (0.8 miles south-west)
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Crockery choices
- The journey to the venue
- The number of people
- The date and time of year
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
When you contact us, please mention:
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people
- Allergies we should know about
- Any venue rules
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Filching
Add a hog roast for bigger events
People around Filching book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Family celebrations
- Evening wedding food
- Club open days
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
After a christening at a church such as The Parish Church of Saint Peter, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- Travel and any London charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards