Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Lovedean
BBQ catering for events in Lovedean: cooked outdoors under cover with staff to serve and clear, so you can relax with your guests.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Work barbecues
- Retirement do’s
Planning an event in Lovedean?
FAQs for Lovedean
Is Lovedean too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Midweek dates are usually easier to get. Send us your details through our quote form.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Can you cater in Lovedean?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Lovedean and the rest of Hampshire included. Send us the address for a quote.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in Lovedean. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
About our BBQ catering in Lovedean
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. We’ll find the right spot at your venue in Lovedean. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, BBQ ribs and coleslaw, and we’re regularly asked to cater retirement do’s and informal weddings.
A barbecue in the countryside near Lovedean makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve.
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What else we do in Lovedean
The process
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. In Lovedean, late May sunsets come at about 8:55pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- First, you send us 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.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Include children in your numbers
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
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Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
Barbecues in Lovedean: gardens, clubs and local tips
Lovedean is about 1 mile west of Horndean, in Hampshire. We cover events in Lovedean. We bring barbecues to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Lovedean to Southampton (about 16 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Woodcroft Primary, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Lovedean is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in PO8 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Streets in the area include New Road, Yoells Lane and Witley Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Horndean (1 mile east), Wecock Farm (1 mile south), Anmore (1 mile south-west), Catherington (2 miles north-east) and Denmead (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Gosport (9 miles south-west), Havant (4 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (8 miles south-west), Hedge End (12 miles west) and Petersfield (8 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Havant War Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Clanfield Earthwork (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include St Clair's Meadow and Windmill Hill.
- Local schools include Horndean Technology College (0.8 miles east)
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, and the grill becomes a gathering point. The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why Lovedean hosts choose us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Served at the time you choose
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Add a hog roast alongside
Read how we price or menu ideas for your barbecue.
What comes off the grill
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, served alongside the burgers and sausages.
Working with your venue
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Numbers
- Plates or china
- Site access
- The journey to the venue
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Dietary requirements
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or PO8 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Occasions we serve in Lovedean
Cooked on site, served hot
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Lovedean. For example:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Informal weddings
- Neighbourhood parties
- Birthdays and milestone parties
If guests are travelling by rail, Rowlands Castle station is about 3.3 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- If the price includes VAT
- How dietary needs are handled
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards