Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Hawkley, Hampshire
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Hawkley? Our chef cooks on site, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Garden parties
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Planning an event in Hawkley?
BBQ catering for your event in Hawkley
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, because there’s beef, chicken and pork to choose from, and proper vegetarian and vegan options too. Typical bookings include 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, serving coleslaw, sausages and halloumi skewers.
Near Hawkley, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will handle the rest. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will 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. Get that agreed before booking.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Hawkley
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Hawkley?
Liss station, about 2.1 miles south-east of the centre.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Can you do halal?
No. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Most events pick three or four.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
Is clearing up included?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Hawkley. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Site access
- Travel to Hawkley
- Numbers
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Places near Hawkley
Other occasions in Hawkley
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Cooked on site by our chef
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Take a look at our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
How it works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves for as long as we’ve agreed. In Hawkley, late May sunsets come at about 8:55pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, so an early-evening barbecue is normally in daylight.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Before we arrive
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
How to get a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose BBQ catering in Hawkley?
No host spending the day cooking
People around Hawkley book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Summer staff days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Street parties
- Fundraising barbecues
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- VAT, if it applies
Planning a barbecue in Hawkley
Hawkley is about 4 miles north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Hawkley and the surrounding area are covered for events. We bring barbecues to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
Coming by train? The nearest station is Liss station, about 2.1 miles south-east. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Hawkley, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of Hampshire takes in GU33, so your event can be anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Hawkley, we also cover Lower Green (1 mile north), Oakshott (1 mile south-west), Empshott (2 miles north), Steep Marsh (2 miles south) and Steep (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Havant (14 miles south), Horndean (11 miles south), Aldershot (15 miles north-east), Alton (7 miles north), Waterlooville (13 miles south) and Petersfield (4 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find The Romany Museum (2.7 miles north) and Petersfield Community Hospital (3.6 miles south). Open spaces near Hawkley include Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
- Local pubs include Hawkley Inn (within half a mile north-east)
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away