Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Hythe, Hampshire
Hosting a barbecue in Hythe without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising barbecues
Planning an event in Hythe?
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- A spot well clear of buildings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Hythe
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
BBQ catering in Hythe, 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. Popular choices include BBQ ribs, beef burgers and pulled pork, and we are frequently booked for birthdays and milestone parties and team days and staff summer parties.
Birthdays, staff days and club events in Hythe all suit a catered barbecue. The common need is a spot outside for the grill, with cover overhead. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
Hythe: your questions answered
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What’s the nearest station to Hythe?
The closest is Southampton Town Quay station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we’ll label the meat-free choices clearly.
Can you cater in Hythe?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Hythe and Hampshire. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
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.
Barbecue venues around Hythe
Hythe is about 4 miles south of Southampton, in Hampshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Hythe? We can help. Hythe is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Waterside Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. If the day starts at a church like Church of St John, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Hythe. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 3 miles of Hythe, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Wherever your event is in SO45, we can cook on site for your guests. Whether your event is on High Street, Deerleap Close and Langdown Lawn or a nearby road, we will bring the barbecue to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Dibden Purlieu (1 mile south-west), Dibden (1 mile west), Marchwood (3 miles north-west), The Hummicks (4 miles south-west) and Beaulieu (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (6 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Netley Castle (2.1 miles north-east) and Westquay (2.9 miles north). Open spaces near Hythe include Mercury Marshes.
- Nearby schools include Noadswood School (0.8 miles west) and Testwood School (1.3 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find No.5 (The Lord Nelson Public House) (0.6 miles north)
What happens on the day
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, so your event carries on around us. Smoke drifts, so we will think about the wind with you. Autumn and winter barbecues in Hythe get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Name a contact for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Include children in your numbers
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Organising for someone else?
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
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.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- Plates or china
- Distance from us
- Site access
- The date and time of year
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What we need to know
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Roughly how many people
- Any venue rules
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or postcode
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.
More for events in Hythe
What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, a lighter choice than burgers.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is slow-cooked until it falls apart, and served in a soft roll, often with coleslaw.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Our staff serve and clear
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- A full barbecue menu
Take a look at our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Occasions we serve in Hythe
Hot food straight off the grill
People around Hythe book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Family celebrations
- Fundraising barbecues
- Informal weddings
- Community fun days
Among the historic houses close to Hythe are Medieval Merchant's House (2.6 miles north) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (2.6 miles north). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
What your quote should include
- What crockery is supplied
- A clear list of what’s included
- The full menu and the sides
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards