Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Ladwell
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, grilled at your venue in Ladwell by our team. We serve and tidy up.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Neighbourhood parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
A barbecue near Ladwell
How our BBQ catering works in Ladwell
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Ladwell, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. Typical bookings include relaxed weddings and evening receptions and birthdays and milestone parties, with BBQ ribs, chicken skewers and beef brisket.
Country barbecues near Ladwell are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
Working with your venue
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Where the barbecue can go in Ladwell
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- A green light from whoever owns the site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
Occasions we serve in Ladwell
Can be paired with a hog roast
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Ladwell. Popular choices:
- Sports clubs and team events
- Summer parties in the garden
- Charity fundraisers
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
After a christening at a church such as Church of All Saints, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- The full menu and the sides
- Any travel or access charges
- What the price includes, item by item
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, with beef, chicken and pork rather than one main meat. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Served at the time you choose
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
A closer look at the menu
Sausages
Children generally head straight for the sausages, and they’re easy to eat standing up.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Barbecue venues around Ladwell
Ladwell is about 2 miles north of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. Ladwell and the surrounding area are covered for events. Ladwell is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
Coming by train? Chandlers Ford station is about 2 miles away. For a fundraiser at a school like John Keble Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
Events anywhere in SO21 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Nearby, we also cater events in Hursley (1 mile north), Otterbourne (2 miles east), Compton (2 miles east), South Down (2 miles east) and Oliver's Battery (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (5 miles north-east), Eastleigh (4 miles south-east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (8 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Winchester Castle (4.6 miles north-east) and Romsey Community Hospital (4.2 miles west). Open spaces near Ladwell include Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Thornden School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Dolphin Inn (0.8 miles north)
Ladwell: your questions answered
How far is Ladwell from London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Ladwell?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What if it rains?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
What do children normally eat?
Yes, generally: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Give us a rough number of children.
Can you cater in Ladwell?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Ladwell and the rest of Hampshire included. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
When should we book BBQ catering?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: use our quote form.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: fill in our quote form.
What affects the price in Ladwell
There’s no fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Distance from us
- Crockery choices
- How easy it is to reach the spot
What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- Your date and serving time
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
Send us the date, the address or SO21 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Step by step
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. Smoke drifts, so we’ll think about the wind with you. Evening barbecues in Ladwell need a little planning: it is light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or SO21 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Also in Ladwell
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there is no need to borrow a grill.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards