East Sussex · England
Barbecue Catering in High Cross, East Sussex
Thinking about a catered barbecue in High Cross? Our chef cooks on site, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Summer staff days
- Fundraising days
- Informal weddings
Book a BBQ in High Cross
BBQ catering in High Cross, cooked on site
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, while you look after your guests. We’re often asked to cater charity fundraisers and family celebrations, serving coleslaw, chicken skewers and halloumi skewers.
Near High Cross, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
- Location
- High Cross (TN6)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, with beef, chicken and pork rather than one main meat. A hog roast is the bigger spectacle, so some events have both. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our barbecue in High Cross
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- An itemised quote
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Hot food straight off the grill
Take a look at how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
Towns and villages near High Cross
Other occasions in High Cross
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
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 everyone in the loop.
Perfect for your event in High Cross
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around High Cross. For example:
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Leaving parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Crowborough station, about 1.8 miles west.
What your quote should include
- Any travel or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Your questions about a catered barbecue in High Cross
What’s the nearest station to High Cross?
The closest is Crowborough station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is clearing up included?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. China is available on request.
Will children like the BBQ?
Typically, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Give us a rough number of children.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
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.
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.
Barbecue venues around High Cross
High Cross is about 3 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We cater events of every size in High Cross. High Cross is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from High Cross to Brighton (21 miles away).
Historic houses near High Cross include Wadhurst Castle (4.9 miles east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. If the day starts at a church like The Parish Church of St Denys, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. High Cross is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Anywhere in TN6, we can cook on site for your guests. With the B2101 close by, High Cross is easy for us to reach. For events just outside High Cross, we cover Argos Hill (1 mile east), Rotherfield (1 mile north-west), Town Row (1 mile north), Woolbridge (1 mile south) and Wellbrook (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (12 miles south), Crowborough (3 miles west), Uckfield (7 miles south-west), Polegate (15 miles south) and South Malling (14 miles south-west).
A little further out are Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.1 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Crowborough Country Park.
- Local pubs include The King's Arms Public House (0.6 miles north-west)
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- A spot well clear of buildings
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
What happens on the day
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it is flexible. A summer barbecue in High Cross stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:05pm.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Name a contact for the day
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or TN6 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Coleslaw is the natural partner for pulled pork, while salads keep it light.
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, rich and tender.
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
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Numbers
- Season and day of the week
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary requirements
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away