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Barbecue Catering in Lower Horncroft, West Sussex
Planning a catered barbecue in Lower Horncroft? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Informal weddings
- Retirement do’s
- Summer parties in the garden
A barbecue near Lower Horncroft
What affects the price in Lower Horncroft
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of people
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Distance from us
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
When you get in touch, please mention:
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Roughly how many people
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
About our BBQ catering in Lower Horncroft
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, and pulled pork, brisket and ribs make it a proper feast. You choose the mix that suits your event. For community fun days and fundraising days, we can cook pulled pork, chicken skewers and sausages for your guests.
Near Lower Horncroft, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Where
- Lower Horncroft (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Occasions we serve in Lower Horncroft
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
Hosts in Lower Horncroft book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Community fun days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
Historic houses near Lower Horncroft include Bignor Roman Villa (2.2 miles south-west) and Old Place Manor (2.5 miles east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Comparing caterers
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether plates or china are included
FAQs for Lower Horncroft
What’s the nearest station to Lower Horncroft?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Burgers and sausages are typically the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
Do you cover Lower Horncroft?
Yes, Lower Horncroft is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there is very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. There’s a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
Nearby places to Lower Horncroft
Other occasions in Lower Horncroft
Working with your venue
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book with us
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
Take a look at our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
What comes off the grill
Beef burgers
Our chef grills beef burgers to order, straight from the grill to the bun.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
Planning a barbecue in Lower Horncroft
Lower Horncroft is about 10 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We’re happy to travel to Lower Horncroft for events and the places nearby. Lower Horncroft is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 20 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Fittleworth CofE Village School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. If the day starts at a church like Church of St Agatha, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Lower Horncroft. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Events anywhere in RH20 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and roughly how many guests. If your venue is just outside Lower Horncroft, we also cover Coates (1 mile west), Fittleworth (1 mile north), Watersfield (1 mile south), Coldwaltham (1 mile south-east) and Bedham (1 mile north). Further out, we also cater in Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Coates Castle (0.9 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Lower Horncroft include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
- Nearby schools include Lodge Hill Residential Centre (1.2 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Swan Hotel (0.5 miles north)
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
After service, our staff clear up, so there is very little left for you to do.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Parking near the grill
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
How the day works
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. Autumn and winter barbecues in Lower Horncroft get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a 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.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Ask for a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away