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Barbecue Catering in Lower Dicker, East Sussex
Want a barbecue in Lower Dicker without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, from burgers to brisket.
- Community fun days
- Neighbourhood parties
- Summer staff days
BBQ catering for Lower Dicker
Barbecues in Lower Dicker: gardens, clubs and local tips
Lower Dicker is about 2 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Lower Dicker is well within our area for events and the places nearby. We bring barbecues to 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Lower Dicker to Brighton (about 16 miles away).
Coming by train? Berwick (Sussex) station, about 3.9 miles south-west, is the nearest station. Among the historic houses close to Lower Dicker are Horselunges Manor (1.2 miles east) and Michelham Priory (1.6 miles south). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Lower Dicker. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN27, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on Hackhurst Lane, Diamond Drive and Court Lodge Close or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. We also bring barbecues to events in Lower Horsebridge (1 mile east), Nash Street (1 mile north-west), Tile Hurst (1 mile south-east), Upper Dicker (1 mile south-west) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west) and Crowborough (12 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Sussex Farm Museum (3.5 miles north) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (1.8 miles east).
- Nearby schools include Bede's Prep School (1.4 miles south-west) and Hailsham Community College (2 miles south-east)
About our BBQ catering in Lower Dicker
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. We cook on site at your event in Lower Dicker, outdoors under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. For informal weddings and family celebrations, we can cook beef burgers, pulled pork and chicken skewers for your guests.
Country barbecues near Lower Dicker are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. You will know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
- Where
- Lower Dicker (BN27)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Lower Dicker
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Coleslaw
Towns and villages near Lower Dicker
More for events in Lower Dicker
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a cold buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Lower Dicker
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- A clear quote with everything listed
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
See how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Lower Dicker
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 follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Lower Dicker?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we’ll check.
Do you come to Lower Dicker?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Lower Dicker and the rest of East Sussex included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
How do you handle food safety?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Yes, generally: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Give us a rough number of children.
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- How many people are eating
- Access to the cooking area
- Plates or china
- The journey to the venue
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
When you contact us, please mention:
- Any venue rules
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Pulled pork
Because it’s slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, so nobody waits for the grill.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Occasions we serve in Lower Dicker
Cooked in front of your guests
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Community fun days
- Leaving parties
- Club open days
- Summer staff days
If the day starts at a church like Zoar Strict Baptist Chapel, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether VAT is included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
How it works
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, and the rest of the space is yours. Smoke drifts, so we’ll think about the wind with you. A summer barbecue in Lower Dicker stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Before we arrive
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Include children in your numbers
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or BN27 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards