Isle of Wight · England
BBQ Catering for Hillgrove
Give your guests a proper barbecue at your event in Hillgrove. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Neighbourhood parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Leaving and retirement parties
Book a BBQ in Hillgrove
About our BBQ catering in Hillgrove
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. Our chef grills on site in Hillgrove, under cover, and our staff serve and clear. We are often asked to cater 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays and street parties, serving sausages, halloumi skewers and beef brisket.
Country barbecues near Hillgrove are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our staff serve and clear, so you are not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Area
- Hillgrove (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Events we cater in Hillgrove
Cooked on site, served hot
In Hillgrove and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Street parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Retirement do’s
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Smallbrook Junction station, about 4.3 miles east.
What to look for in a quote
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether VAT is included
What the cooking area needs
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- A clear way in from where we park
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Hillgrove is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we will plan the journey.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and food safety is in professional hands. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
See how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Travel to Hillgrove
- Access to the cooking area
- The date and time of year
- Crockery choices
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Allergies we should know about
- Your date and serving time
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Rough numbers
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
A catered BBQ in Hillgrove: what to know
Hillgrove is about 2 miles north-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We’re happy to travel to Hillgrove for events and the places nearby. Hillgrove is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight where we cater. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
If the day starts at a church like St. Mark's Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Thinking of a barbecue in Seaclose Park? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, normally the council’s. The sea is within about 4 miles of Hillgrove, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO33, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. For events just outside Hillgrove, we cover Staplers (1 mile south-west), Wootton (1 mile north-east), Fairlee (1 mile west), Cross Lane (1 mile south-west) and Barton (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ryde (4 miles east), Cowes (4 miles north-west), Sandown (6 miles south-east), Shanklin (6 miles south-east), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (3 miles north-west). Some remote sites need extra planning, so ask early about your event.
Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum (1.7 miles west). The countryside around Hillgrove includes Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Mill Hill.
- Schools near Hillgrove include Medina College (1.3 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Woodmans Arms (0.5 miles north-east)
Places near Hillgrove
Also in Hillgrove
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, so halloumi and vegetable skewers ensure they’re not left with just salad.
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, alongside the other meats.
FAQs for Hillgrove
Could you cook in Seaclose Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you barbecue near the sea around Hillgrove?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear the serving area, so you’re not left with the mess.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
Will children like the BBQ?
Normally, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Give us a rough number of children.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in Hillgrove. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Step by step
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we time our arrival around your serving time. That keeps everything hot and fresh. Evening barbecues in Hillgrove need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- 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
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Send final numbers in good time
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- 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