Brighton and Hove · England
BBQ Catering for Hove
A barbecue in Hove, without you at the grill: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Retirement do’s
- Big birthday parties
- Summer staff days
Book a BBQ in Hove
What affects the price in Hove
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Site access
- How many people are eating
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
These are the details we need:
- Roughly how many people
- Any venue rules
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary requirements
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
BBQ catering in Hove, cooked on site
Food from a barbecue is best eaten hot off the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Give us your serving time and we’ll plan around it. For fundraising days and leaving parties, we can cook pulled pork, beef burgers and sausages and more.
In Hove, barbecues are booked for parties, work days and club events. Wherever it is, there needs to be an outdoor spot to cook. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
- Location
- Hove (BN3, BN1, BN52)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Events we cater in Hove
Food handled by a professional team
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Hove. Some of the most common are:
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
Historic houses near Hove include Preston Manor & Gardens (1.3 miles north-east) and Royal Pavilion (1.6 miles 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
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether VAT is included
- What crockery is supplied
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Barbecues in Hove: gardens, clubs and local tips
Hove is about 2 miles west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Hove? We cover the whole area. Hove is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we cater.
For guests coming by train, there is a station right in Hove: Hove station. If you had St. Ann's Well Gardens in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are frequently restricted in parks. Hove is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. With the coast within about 2 miles of Hove, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Events anywhere in BN3, BN1 and BN52 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Local streets include Farm Road, York Road and Aymer Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. With the A270 and A2023 close by, Hove is easy for us to reach with the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-west), Brunswick (1 mile south-east), Aldrington (1 mile west), Prestonville (1 mile north-east) and West Blatchington (1 mile north). Further out, we also cater in Kemptown (3 miles east), Whitehawk (3 miles east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east), Hollingbury (3 miles north-east), Bevendean (3 miles east) and Saltdean (6 miles east). Hove is among the bigger towns we cover in Brighton and Hove, with lots of choice for events.
Nearby you’ll also find British Engineerium (0.9 miles north) and Montefiore Hospital (0.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Whitehawk Hill and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Local schools include The Drive Prep School (less than half a mile north-east) and Hove Park School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Urchin pub (under half a mile south-west)
Common questions in Hove
Could you cook in St. Ann's Well Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Hove?
Hove has its own station: Hove station.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We cook under cover, so rain is not a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
Do you come to Hove?
Yes, Hove is in our area. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Is the food cooked safely?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Places near Hove
More for events in Hove
Why choose BBQ catering in Hove?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and it does not need a kitchen. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why Hove hosts choose us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Add a hog roast alongside
- A choice of salads and potatoes
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Step by step
We get there well ahead of food time, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. The smell soon brings people over. For an evening barbecue in Hove, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:05pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Related guides
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards