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BBQ Catering in Lumley
BBQ catering in Lumley for your event: hot food off the grill, salads and sides, and staff to serve.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Fundraising barbecues
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
Book a BBQ in Lumley
How our BBQ catering works in Lumley
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. Pick the meats that suit your guests. We serve BBQ ribs, beef burgers and pulled pork, and we’re often booked for retirement do’s and big birthday parties.
A barbecue in the countryside near Lumley makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Area
- Lumley (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Barbecue venues around Lumley
Lumley is about 1 mile east of Emsworth, in West Sussex. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Lumley? We can help. Lumley is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cater. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 21 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Emsworth station is in Lumley itself. Churches such as Church of St James rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does. With the coast within about 6 miles of Lumley, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
We cover events in every part of the PO10 postcode area. We can cater an event on streets such as Lumley Road and Northlands Park, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Nearby, we also cater events in Emsworth (1 mile west), Westbourne (1 mile north), Southbourne (1 mile east), Woodmancote (1 mile north-east) and Denvilles (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles east), Chichester (7 miles east), Selsey (10 miles south-east), Portfield (7 miles east), Yapton (14 miles east) and East Wittering (7 miles south-east).
A little further out are Warblington Castle (1.6 miles west) and Emsworth Museum (under half a mile south-west). The countryside around Lumley includes Stoke Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
- Nearby schools include Bourne Community College (0.8 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Lord Raglan P.H. Pub (less than half a mile south)
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Common questions in Lumley
Do you come out to small places like Lumley?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Lumley close to London?
Roughly 58 miles from the centre of London.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Do you cover Lumley?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll check the date.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear the serving area, and we take our equipment with us.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
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 BBQ catering?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. But ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Who books BBQ catering in Lumley?
Six meats to choose from
Hosts in Lumley book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Fundraising days
Nearby historic houses include Warblington Castle (1.6 miles west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
What to look for in a quote
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Working with your venue
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What you get with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Planned to your running order
See how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Lumley
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
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 Lumley, 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.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Gather dietary requirements early
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Planning for dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
Running late? Let us know, and we will work around it where possible.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
- Anything the venue has asked for
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
What comes off the grill
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are quick to grill, which helps at busy times alongside the slow-cooked meats.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away