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Barbecue Catering in High Cross, West Sussex
Treat your guests to a proper barbecue at your event in High Cross. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Family celebrations
- Community fun days
- Informal weddings
BBQ catering for High Cross
BBQ catering in High Cross, served hot
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. Typical bookings include leaving parties and evening wedding food, with beef burgers, pulled pork and beef brisket.
A barbecue in the countryside near High Cross makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve.
- Where
- High Cross (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for High Cross
Is High Cross close to London?
About 39 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is High Cross too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are frequently easier. Use our quote form.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
How far ahead should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Do you cover High Cross?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including High Cross and West Sussex. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Should we have every meat?
Not generally. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
Places near High Cross
What else we do in High Cross
Planning the cooking spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
About the food
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, for guests who prefer chicken.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
High Cross barbecues: local tips
High Cross is about 4 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Hosts in High Cross book us for events of all sizes. High Cross is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 9 miles away.
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Hassocks station, roughly 3.4 miles east of the centre. Churches such as The Parish Church of St Bartholomew rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. High Cross is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We cover events in every part of BN6. If your venue is just outside High Cross, we also cover Albourne (1 mile south-east), Albourne Green (1 mile south-east), Albourne Street (1 mile south-east), Blackstone (1 mile south-west) and Twineham (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles south).
A little further out are The Dene Hospital (2.9 miles north-east) and Clayton Castle (3.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near High Cross include Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there’s no need to borrow a grill.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
How we price a catered barbecue
There’s no fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
- Whether you want china
- How many people are eating
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Dietary requirements
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Rough numbers
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
How the day works
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving for as long as we have agreed. A summer barbecue in High Cross stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
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Why choose BBQ catering in High Cross?
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in High Cross and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Summer staff days
- Family celebrations
- Fundraising days
- Sports clubs and team events
For a fundraiser at a school like Albourne CofE Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- VAT, if it applies
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a DIY barbecue, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What you get with us
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Served at the time you choose
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- An itemised quote
Take a look at how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards