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BBQ Catering for Herstmonceux
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Herstmonceux? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Fundraising barbecues
BBQ catering for Herstmonceux
BBQ catering in Herstmonceux, cooked on site
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Herstmonceux, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. Popular choices include BBQ ribs, coleslaw and chicken skewers, and typical bookings are for big birthday parties and family celebrations.
Near Herstmonceux, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. 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 before you book.
- Location
- Herstmonceux (BN27)
- County
- East Sussex
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. 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.
Why book our barbecue in Herstmonceux
- An itemised quote
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Served at the time you choose
- Cooked on site by our chef
Take a look at our pricing and BBQ menu ideas.
What happens on the day
We get there well ahead of food time, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Autumn and winter barbecues in Herstmonceux get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear up and go.
Before we arrive
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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Events we cater in Herstmonceux
Add a hog roast for bigger events
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Work barbecues
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Family celebrations
- Garden parties
PTAs at schools such as Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether plates or china are included
- If the price includes VAT
Working with your venue
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
FAQs for Herstmonceux
How far is Herstmonceux from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Herstmonceux too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you offer halal meat?
We do not. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
How many meats should we choose?
You do not need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we will advise on the rest.
What do children usually eat?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who doesn’t eat meat. Let us know numbers for children.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides.
Herstmonceux barbecues: local tips
Herstmonceux is about 3 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Events in Herstmonceux are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We bring barbecues to all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. Our bookings stretch from Herstmonceux to Brighton (20 miles away).
Churches such as Herstmonceux Free Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. Among the historic houses close to Herstmonceux are Horselunges Manor (3.1 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. Herstmonceux is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Here we cover the BN27 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Fairlawns Drive, Dacre Road and Fiennes Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Chapel Row (1 mile south-east), Stunts Green (1 mile north-west), Flowers Green (1 mile south), Windmill Hill (1 mile east) and Golden Cross (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (11 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Amberstone Hospital (2 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (1.6 miles south-east).
- Pubs nearby include Woolpack Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- A clear way in from where we park
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Parking near the grill
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
How we price a catered barbecue
Here’s what affects the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- Crockery choices
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The venue or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who don’t eat pork or beef a meat option, cooked until it’s hot all the way through.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards