Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Lower Froyle
BBQ catering in Lower Froyle: our chef cooks on site, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Retirement do’s
- Club open days
Planning an event in Lower Froyle?
About our BBQ catering in Lower Froyle
Some hosts in Lower Froyle pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. On the menu are beef burgers, coleslaw and BBQ ribs, and we’re regularly asked to cater relaxed weddings and evening receptions and school fairs and summer fêtes.
A barbecue in the countryside near Lower Froyle makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. 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. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book with us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Take a look at how we price or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Lower Froyle
What’s the nearest station to Lower Froyle?
The closest is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 2 miles away.
Is Lower Froyle too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we’ll suggest a split.
What if it rains?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Lower Froyle
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
Hosts in Lower Froyle book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Family celebrations
- Club open days
- Retirement do’s
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
For guests coming by train, Bentley (Hampshire) station is about 2 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Any travel or access charges
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Lower Froyle
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there is no need to borrow a grill.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Nearby places to Lower Froyle
More for events in Lower Froyle
Lower Froyle barbecues: local tips
Lower Froyle is about 4 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. Planning a catered barbecue in Lower Froyle? We can help. We cater all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 15 miles away.
Churches such as Church of St Mary of the Assumption rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does.
This part of Hampshire takes in GU34, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Local streets include Westburn Fields, Barnfield Close and Hussey's Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Nearby, we also cater events in Froyle (1 mile south-west), Upper Froyle (1 mile south-west), Neatham (2 miles south-west), Holybourne (2 miles south-west) and Wyck (3 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (7 miles north-east), Aldershot (8 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles south-west) and Petersfield (13 miles south).
A little further out are Barley Pound (2.8 miles north-east) and Alton Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Lower Froyle includes Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.
How the day works
With cover over the grill, the weather rarely holds us up, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. For an evening barbecue in Lower Froyle, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:05pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
How to prepare
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or GU34 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, for guests who prefer chicken.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Choose from salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
How we price a catered barbecue
Here’s what affects the price:
- The number of people
- Travel to Lower Froyle
- Crockery choices
- Site access
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
These are the details we need:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
- The address or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards