Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Little Hoddington, Hampshire
A catered barbecue for events around Little Hoddington: hot food off the grill, salads and sides, and staff to serve.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
BBQ catering for Little Hoddington
Common questions in Little Hoddington
Is Little Hoddington close to London?
About 43 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Little Hoddington?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area, so there is very little washing up. China is available on request.
When should we book?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
About our BBQ catering in Little Hoddington
Whether it’s twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Tell us your rough numbers and we’ll plan the menu and service. We’re often asked to cater fundraising days and birthdays and milestone parties, with BBQ ribs, beef burgers and chicken skewers.
Country barbecues near Little Hoddington are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
Why choose BBQ catering in Little Hoddington?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book our barbecue in Little Hoddington
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Add a hog roast alongside
Read our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Occasions we serve in Little Hoddington
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
Hosts in Little Hoddington book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Fundraising barbecues
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Work barbecues
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Mary, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
What we serve, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
Chicken skewers
Skewers are easy to serve and easy to eat, on a plate or in a roll.
Nearby places to Little Hoddington
Other occasions in Little Hoddington
A catered BBQ in Little Hoddington: what to know
Little Hoddington is about 5 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Planning a catered barbecue in Little Hoddington? We cover the whole area. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Hook station, roughly 3.7 miles north-east of the centre.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG25, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Bidden Road, South Hill and Meadowside, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Nearby, we also cater events in Bidden (1 mile east), South Warnborough (1 mile south-east), Greywell (2 miles north-east), Up Nately (2 miles north) and Long Sutton (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (6 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Odiham Castle (2.6 miles north-east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Little Hoddington include Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.
- Local pubs include Hoddington Arms Public House (within half a mile south-west)
What affects the price in Little Hoddington
Each price is built from:
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
- Crockery choices
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The address or postcode
- The date and time of the event
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
The process
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, so nobody waits for the first round. In Little Hoddington, late May sunsets come at about 8:55pm and midsummer ones at about 9:25pm, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
How to prepare
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Let us know about tight access
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
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Where the barbecue can go in Little Hoddington
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- A green light from whoever owns the site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- 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