Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering for Itchen Abbas
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Itchen Abbas? Our chef cooks on site, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Community fun days
- Reunions and family get-togethers
BBQ catering in Itchen Abbas
About our BBQ catering in Itchen Abbas
There is more to a catered barbecue than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. We’re often asked to cater close and cul-de-sac parties and reunions and family get-togethers, serving coleslaw, beef brisket and sausages.
A barbecue in the countryside near Itchen Abbas makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
What comes off the grill
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, alongside the other meats.
For event organisers in Itchen Abbas
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
FAQs for Itchen Abbas
Which station is closest to Itchen Abbas?
Winchester station, about 4.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Itchen Abbas?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
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.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we’ll check.
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What affects the price in Itchen Abbas
Here’s what affects the price:
- The number of people
- Access to the cooking area
- The journey to the venue
- The date and time of year
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Roughly how many people
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
A catered BBQ in Itchen Abbas: what to know
Itchen Abbas is about 4 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We cater events of every size in Itchen Abbas. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 14 miles away.
Churches such as Church of St John the Baptist rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Itchen Abbas Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
For events in SO21, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. From Little Hayes Lane, Northington Road and Station Hill or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Itchen Abbas, we cover Martyr Worthy (1 mile west), Itchen Stoke (1 mile east), Ovington (2 miles south-east), Easton (2 miles west) and Temple Valley (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (13 miles north-east), Winchester (4 miles south-west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (13 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (10 miles south-west) and Alton (12 miles east).
A little further out are St John's Rooms And Chapel (3.9 miles south-west) and Wolvesey Castle (4.1 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Local pubs include The Plough pub (within half a mile south-west)
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Why choose BBQ catering in Itchen Abbas?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Itchen Abbas. Popular choices:
- Club open days
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Big birthday parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Winchester station, about 4.2 miles south-west.
Questions to ask before you book
- Allergen information for every dish
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Plates, china and cutlery
- A clear list of what’s included
What happens on the day
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves through the time you’ve chosen. For an evening barbecue in Itchen Abbas, think about light: it’s light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- 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.
- We serve as people come up.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Getting ready for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Let us know about tight access
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Get a quote
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.
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Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A clear way in from where we park
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the grill
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why Itchen Abbas hosts choose us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Planned to your running order
Read how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
- 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 by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away