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Barbecue Catering in Great Thorness, Isle of Wight
A catered barbecue for your event in Great Thorness: cooked outdoors under cover with staff to serve and clear, so you can enjoy the day.
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Neighbourhood parties
- Informal weddings
A barbecue near Great Thorness
BBQ catering in Great Thorness, served hot
In Great Thorness, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Whether it’s cricket, football and rugby club days and reunions and family get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of sausages, beef brisket and chicken skewers for your guests.
A barbecue in the countryside near Great Thorness makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Where
- Great Thorness (PO31)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll adjust where we can.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
What we serve, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table.
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, served in a roll or with sides.
Towns and villages near Great Thorness
What else we do in Great Thorness
Step by step
With cover over the grill, the weather rarely holds us up, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. Evening barbecues in Great Thorness need a little planning: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
Planning help
How we price a catered barbecue
The price comes down to:
- Site access
- The date and time of year
- The journey to the venue
- Numbers
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Questions from Great Thorness
Can you barbecue near the sea around Great Thorness?
Yes, of course. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Great Thorness too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
How much choice do we need?
Not typically. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are frequently easier. Use our quote form.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Great Thorness. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Do you come to Great Thorness?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Great Thorness and the Isle of Wight. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Barbecues in Great Thorness: gardens, clubs and local tips
Great Thorness is about 3 miles south-west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. We’re happy to travel to Great Thorness for events. We cater all 125 towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 13 miles away.
With the coast within about 4 miles of Great Thorness, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Anywhere in PO31, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Close by, we cover events in Porchfield (1 mile south-west), Locksgreen (1 mile south-west), Rew Street (2 miles north-east), Newtown (2 miles south-west) and Northwood (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Newport (3 miles south-east), Ryde (9 miles east), Cowes (3 miles north-east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east) and Ventnor (11 miles south-east). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
Nearby you’ll also find Carisbrooke Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and St Mary's Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Great Thorness includes Mill Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Sportsman's Rest pub (0.9 miles south-west)
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
Where the barbecue can go in Great Thorness
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
Great Thorness is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we will plan the journey.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Great Thorness
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Who books BBQ catering in Great Thorness?
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Charity fundraisers
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
Historic houses near Great Thorness include Swainston Manor (3 miles south) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.5 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- An itemised quote
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Planned to your running order
- Add a hog roast alongside
Take a look at how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards