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Barbecue Catering in Hammerwood, West Sussex
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Planning an event in Hammerwood?
About our BBQ catering in Hammerwood
There’s more to a catered barbecue than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. Whether it is leaving parties and club open days, we can cook beef burgers, pulled pork and coleslaw.
In a small place like Hammerwood, 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 handle the rest. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Where
- Hammerwood (RH19)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of a takeaway delivery, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What you get with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Hot food straight off the grill
Take a look at how we price or menu ideas for your barbecue.
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Hammerwood questions
Do you come out to small places like Hammerwood?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Hammerwood?
Dormans station, about 2.4 miles north-west of the centre.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we’ll label the meat-free choices clearly.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Can you do halal?
We don’t offer halal. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
How soon do you get booked up?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
What if it rains?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
Barbecues in Hammerwood: gardens, clubs and local tips
Hammerwood is about 3 miles east of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We cover events in Hammerwood, as well as the surrounding area. We bring barbecues to 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Hammerwood to Brighton (22 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Hammerwood are Hammerwood Park (0.8 miles south-east) and Bassetts Manor (2.5 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. If guests are travelling by rail, Dormans station, about 2.4 miles north-west, is the nearest station. Hammerwood is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Wherever your event is in RH19, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Hammerwood, we also cover Ashurst Wood (2 miles south-west), Cowden (2 miles east), Dormansland (2 miles north-west), Dormans Park (2 miles west) and East Grinstead (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (11 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (15 miles south-west), Broadfield (11 miles west), Bewbush (12 miles west) and Southgate (10 miles west).
A little further out are Bolebroke Castle (2.9 miles south-east) and East Grinstead Museum (2.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Hammerwood includes Hedgecourt Lake.
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, alongside the other meats.
What happens on the day
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. By late September, sunset in Hammerwood is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 3:55pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- 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.
- We tidy up before we go.
How to prepare
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose the menu a week or so before
How to get a price
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
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Where the barbecue can go in Hammerwood
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Hammerwood
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Sausages
What BBQ catering costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- Crockery choices
- Numbers
- Access to the cooking area
- The date and time of year
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
Here’s what we will ask:
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Events we cater in Hammerwood
Can be paired with a hog roast
In Hammerwood, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Fundraising barbecues
- Big birthday parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Street parties
Churches such as Church of St Stephen rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Exactly what’s included in the price
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards