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Barbecue Catering in Houghton, West Sussex
Hosting a barbecue in Houghton without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Club open days
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
BBQ catering for Houghton
Houghton: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Houghton?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Houghton close to London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Let us know about allergies before the day.
What does the venue need to provide?
Mostly space and access: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll confirm details when we quote.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
BBQ catering in Houghton, cooked on site
Barbecue food is at its best straight from the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Give us your serving time and we’ll plan around it. We are frequently asked to cater garden parties and reunions and family get-togethers, with halloumi skewers, coleslaw and beef burgers.
Near Houghton, barbecues frequently 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 are not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Where
- Houghton (BN18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
A catered BBQ in Houghton: what to know
Houghton is about 6 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We cater events of every size in Houghton. We bring barbecues to all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Houghton to Brighton (19 miles away).
Coming by train? Amberley station is about 0.5 miles away. Parks such as Arundel Park frequently have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Houghton. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN18. For events just outside Houghton, we cover Arundel (3 miles south), Warningcamp (3 miles south-east), Crossbush (3 miles south), Tortington (4 miles south) and Poling (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (9 miles south-west), Chichester (11 miles west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).
A little further out are Arundel and District Hospital (2.7 miles south) and Amberley Castle (1.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Houghton includes Amberley Wild Brooks and Bignor Hill.
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- A green light from whoever owns the site
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
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.
Events we cater in Houghton
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
In Houghton and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Work barbecues
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Street parties
Among the historic houses close to Houghton are Bignor Roman Villa (2.8 miles north-west) and Parham House (3.1 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book.
What to look for in a quote
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Allergen information for every dish
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- VAT, if it applies
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. 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 will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Served at the time you choose
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- A full barbecue menu
Take a look at our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
Nearby places to Houghton
Other occasions in Houghton
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before service, so the barbecue is ready when you are. The smell soon brings people over. For an evening barbecue in Houghton, 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.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning help
What BBQ catering costs
We work out each quote from:
- How many people are eating
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
- Access to the cooking area
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
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Any venue rules
- Rough numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
What comes off the grill
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
Chicken skewers
Skewers are easy to serve and easy to eat, with salad or in a roll.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards