Isle of Wight · England
Barbecue Catering in Gatcombe, Isle of Wight
Give your guests a catered BBQ at your event in Gatcombe. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Summer parties in the garden
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Work barbecues
BBQ catering in Gatcombe
Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Space for our vehicle nearby
Gatcombe is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we will plan the journey.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
How our BBQ catering works in Gatcombe
From a small family gathering to a big club day, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Tell us your rough numbers and we’ll plan the menu and service. We serve chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and halloumi skewers, and we are regularly asked to cater street parties and family celebrations.
In a small place like Gatcombe, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will plan the route. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
- Area
- Gatcombe (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Perfect for your event in Gatcombe
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Gatcombe and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Evening wedding food
- Summer parties in the garden
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
For a fundraiser at a school like Chillerton and Rookley Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
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- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Gatcombe
Do you come out to small places like Gatcombe?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to Gatcombe?
Yes, Gatcombe is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
What meats do you barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Most events pick three or four.
Will children like the BBQ?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Once your date is fixed, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
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How it works
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower won’t stop it, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. Sunset in Gatcombe is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is typically in daylight.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or PO30 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes turn a barbecue into a full meal.
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, and served in a soft roll.
Why choose BBQ catering in Gatcombe?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Our chef at the grill, not you
Read our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
How we price a catered barbecue
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Access to the cooking area
- The number of people
- Distance from us
- Crockery choices
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any venue rules
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: fill in our quote form.
A catered BBQ in Gatcombe: what to know
Gatcombe is about 2 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Planning a catered barbecue in Gatcombe? We can help. Gatcombe is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Gatcombe to Southampton (18 miles away).
If the day starts at a church like St. Olave's Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Among the historic houses close to Gatcombe are Gatcombe House (under half a mile south-east) and Sheat Manor (0.5 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
We cater events across the PO30 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Gatcombe Road, Rectory Lane and Newbarn Lane or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. For events just outside Gatcombe, we cover Chillerton (1 mile south), Plaish (2 miles north-west), Clatterford (2 miles north), Bowcombe (2 miles north-west) and Carisbrooke (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ryde (8 miles north-east), Cowes (6 miles north), Sandown (6 miles east), Shanklin (6 miles east), Ventnor (6 miles south-east) and East Cowes (6 miles north). Some remote sites need extra planning, so ask early about your event.
Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (1.6 miles north) and Isle of Wight Music Museum (2.5 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brighstone Down.
- Local schools include Christ The King College (2.1 miles north)
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- 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