Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Horndean, Hampshire
Planning a barbecue in Horndean and do not want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, from burgers to brisket.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Family celebrations
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
A barbecue near Horndean
BBQ catering for your event in Horndean
Hosting a barbecue normally means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can enjoy your own event. We serve chicken skewers, beef brisket and sausages, and we’re regularly asked to cater 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays and evening wedding food.
Garden barbecues are a classic in Horndean, and a club or hall with outdoor space works if the garden is small. All we need is a level spot with clearance. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Perfect for your event in Horndean
Cooked in front of your guests
In Horndean, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Summer staff days
- Sports clubs and team events
- Garden parties
Among the historic houses close to Horndean are Warblington Castle (4.8 miles south-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
What your quote should include
- Travel and any London charges
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether plates or china are included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Places near Horndean
Also in Horndean
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why Horndean hosts choose us
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
Where the barbecue can go in Horndean
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Parking near the grill
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
FAQs for Horndean
How far is Horndean from London?
About 57 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Horndean?
Rowlands Castle station, about 2.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll confirm details when we quote.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
What do children typically eat?
Generally, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Midweek dates are normally easier to get. Fill in our quote form.
Barbecues in Horndean: gardens, clubs and local tips
Horndean is about 7 miles north-east of Portsmouth, in Hampshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Horndean? We can help. We bring barbecues to 683 places across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Horndean to Southampton (about 17 miles away).
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Horndean Technology College, often want a barbecue. For anyone arriving by rail, Rowlands Castle station, about 2.6 miles south-east, is the nearest station. Horndean is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We cater events across PO8 and PO7 and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as London Road, Kings Mede and Causeway Farm or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. With the A3 and A3(M) close by, Horndean is easy for us to reach for your event. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lovedean (1 mile west), Wecock Farm (1 mile south-west), Catherington (2 miles north), Anmore (2 miles west) and Denmead (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Gosport (9 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south-west), Hedge End (13 miles west) and Petersfield (7 miles north-east). Horndean is among the bigger towns we cover in Hampshire, with lots of choice for events.
Other landmarks nearby include Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south) and Clanfield Earthwork (3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Horndean include Windmill Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Horndean Infant School (0.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Red Lion Inn (0.7 miles north-east)
Planning for dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
The process
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. For an evening barbecue in Horndean, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:05pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are quick to grill, so they keep the queue moving alongside the slow-cooked meats.
Working with your venue
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
How we price a catered barbecue
Here’s what affects the price:
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards