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BBQ Catering in Fittleworth
BBQ catering in Fittleworth: a barbecue cooked at your event, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Evening wedding food
- Back-garden get-togethers
- School fairs and summer fêtes
BBQ catering in Fittleworth
Fittleworth barbecues: local tips
Fittleworth is about 11 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We cover events in Fittleworth, as well as the surrounding area. Fittleworth is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Fittleworth to Guildford (about 20 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, Pulborough station, about 1.9 miles east, is the nearest station. Churches such as The Parish Church of St Mary rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. Fittleworth is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
For events in RH20, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. Streets in the area include Fairmead Close, School Lane and Greatpin Croft, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. If your venue is just outside Fittleworth, we also cover Bedham (1 mile north), Lower Horncroft (1 mile south), Coates (1 mile south-west), Hardham (2 miles south-east) and Coldwaltham (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
A little further out are Coates Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.5 miles west). The countryside around Fittleworth includes Bignor Hill and The Mens.
- Nearby, you will find The Swan Hotel (0.5 miles south)
How our BBQ catering works in Fittleworth
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Fittleworth: familiar food, lots of choice and no formality. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Whether it is work barbecues and back-garden get-togethers, we can cook beef burgers, coleslaw and beef brisket for your guests.
In a small place like Fittleworth, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Area
- Fittleworth (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Choose from salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
Working with your venue
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Where the barbecue can go in Fittleworth
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Parking near the grill
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Events we cater in Fittleworth
Nobody in your party stuck at the grill
Hosts in Fittleworth book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Informal weddings
- Club open days
- Charity fundraisers
- Retirement do’s
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Fittleworth CofE Village School, often want a barbecue.
What your quote should include
- The full menu and the sides
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
What affects the price in Fittleworth
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Site access
- Season and day of the week
- The journey to the venue
- Plates or china
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, please mention:
- Roughly how many people
- Dietary requirements
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Where the event is
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
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What else we do in Fittleworth
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
We bring everything we need to cook and serve, so you don’t need to find grills or tongs.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
How it works
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. By late September, sunset in Fittleworth is about 7:05pm; in December it’s about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
How to prepare
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Include children in your numbers
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or RH20 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
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Fittleworth questions
Is Fittleworth too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Fittleworth?
Pulborough station, about 1.9 miles east of the centre.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Burgers and sausages are typically the children’s favourites, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
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 cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Do you need anything from us?
Mostly space and access: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll check anything else with you.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. But ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose BBQ catering in Fittleworth?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Fittleworth hosts choose us
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Our staff serve and clear
- Six meats to choose from
Read our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards