Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Hale, Hampshire
Fresh from the grill, served at your event in Hale: burgers, sausages, chicken skewers and ribs, plus sides, served by our staff.
- Charity fundraisers
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Garden parties
BBQ catering in Hale
BBQ catering in Hale, served hot
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. On the menu are chicken skewers, pulled pork and coleslaw, and we’re regularly asked to cater close and cul-de-sac parties and sports clubs and team events.
In a small place like Hale, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll plan the route. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
FAQs for Hale
Is Hale too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What if it rains?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower does not stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Do you come to Hale?
Yes, Hale is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
What do you need from the venue?
Mostly space and access: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We will confirm details when we quote.
The process
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, so nobody waits for the first round. Evening barbecues in Hale need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- 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.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
What comes off the grill
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, in a roll or with sides.
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
For planners, venues and organisers
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to:
- The number of people
- Plates or china
- The journey to the venue
- The date and time of year
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or SP6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Towns and villages near Hale
Also in Hale
Barbecue venues around Hale
Hale is in Hampshire. Planning a catered barbecue in Hale? We can help. We cover 683 places in Hampshire. We cater events right across the region, from Hale to Southampton (15 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Mary rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Hale Primary School, often want a barbecue.
We cover events in every part of SP6 and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as Hatchet Green and Queen Street, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Other places close to Hale we cover include Hatchet Green (1 mile north-east) and North Charford (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Totton (10 miles east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles east), Romsey (11 miles east), New Milton (15 miles south), Ringwood (9 miles south) and Marchwood (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Salisbury District Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Downton Moot Close (1.6 miles north-west).
- Nearby schools include The Trafalgar School at Downton (1.9 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find Woodfalls Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
Where the barbecue can go in Hale
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book our barbecue in Hale
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Six meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Why choose BBQ catering in Hale?
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Leaving parties
- Family celebrations
- Neighbourhood parties
Nearby historic houses include Breamore House (2.5 miles west) and Landford Manor (4.3 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Any travel or access charges
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards