Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Gosport, Hampshire
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Gosport? Our chef cooks on site, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Street parties
- Garden parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
A barbecue near Gosport
BBQ catering in Gosport, cooked on site
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Gosport: familiar food, lots of choice and no formality. With us cooking, nobody you know spends the afternoon at the grill. On the menu are coleslaw, halloumi skewers and chicken skewers, and we are regularly asked to cater retirement do’s and big birthday parties.
Birthdays, staff days and club events in Gosport all suit a catered barbecue. The common need is a spot outside for the grill, with cover overhead. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
A catered BBQ in Gosport: what to know
Gosport is in Hampshire. Events in Gosport are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Gosport to Southampton (13 miles away).
If the day starts at a church like St Faith's Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. No room at home? A club near Gosport with a terrace or field can be a good alternative. With the coast within about 4 miles of Gosport, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Here we cover the PO12 and PO13 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Station Road, St Johns Square and Cockleshell Square or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Gosport sits on or near the A32 and B3333, which makes travel to your event easy. Close by, we cover events in Forton (1 mile south-east), Elson (1 mile north), Priddy's Hard (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile north-west) and Rowner (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (8 miles north-east), Eastleigh (14 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (8 miles north-east). Gosport is one of the larger places we cover in Hampshire, with lots of choice for events.
A little further out are Gosport War Memorial Hospital (0.8 miles south) and Tricorn Centre (2.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
- Nearby schools include Brune Park Community School (under half a mile north-west) and St Vincent College (0.8 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Queen's Head pub (under half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Southsea (3 miles south-east)
Occasions we serve in Gosport
No host spending the day cooking
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Gosport. Popular choices:
- Leaving parties
- Neighbourhood parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Evening wedding food
PTAs at schools such as Brockhurst Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Comparing caterers
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
- Plates, china and cutlery
Why choose BBQ catering in Gosport?
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why us?
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Planned to your running order
Take a look at how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Gosport
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
How the day works
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. A summer barbecue in Gosport stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:10pm.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Let us know about tight access
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Send final numbers in good time
Get a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, so the event carries on around us.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
FAQs for Gosport
Is Gosport close to London?
About 66 miles from central London.
Can you barbecue near the sea around Gosport?
Yes. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
Can you do halal?
No, we don’t offer halal meat. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
What do you need from the venue?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Let us know about the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
How we price a catered barbecue
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Whether you want china
- Site access
- Season and day of the week
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies we should know about
Send us the date, the address or PO12 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
What comes off the grill
Beef burgers
A burger is the barbecue classic, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is slow-cooked until it falls apart, piled into rolls, often with coleslaw.
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What else we do in Gosport
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away