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BBQ Catering in Marden's Hill
Hot off the grill at your event in Marden's Hill: a full barbecue menu, with salads and potatoes on the side.
- Garden parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- School fairs and summer fêtes
A barbecue near Marden's Hill
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. 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 Marden's Hill
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
Take a look at our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
BBQ catering in Marden's Hill, cooked on site
In Marden's Hill, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: familiar food, lots of choice and no formality. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Typical bookings include garden parties and reunions and family get-togethers, serving coleslaw, beef brisket and BBQ ribs.
A barbecue in the countryside near Marden's Hill makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Location
- Marden's Hill (TN6)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- 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.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
Barbecues in Marden's Hill: gardens, clubs and local tips
Marden's Hill is about 2 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We are happy to travel to Marden's Hill for events. We bring barbecues to all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 20 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Marden's Hill are Groombridge Place (3.8 miles north-east) and Bassetts Manor (4 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Crowborough station, roughly 2.7 miles south-east of the centre. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Marden's Hill, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in TN6 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Local streets include Friars Vale, St John's Road and Marden's Hill; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. If your venue is just outside Marden's Hill, we also cover Friar's Gate (1 mile north-west), Chuck Hatch (2 miles west), Crowborough (2 miles south-east), Steel Cross (2 miles east) and Boarshead (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south), South Malling (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Bolebroke Castle (3.7 miles north-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Crowborough Country Park.
- Schools near Marden's Hill include Beacon Academy (1.7 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Half Moon Inn (0.7 miles north)
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Events we cater in Marden's Hill
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
People around Marden's Hill book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Fundraising days
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Garden parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like St John's Church of England Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- How dietary needs are handled
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether travel is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Tell us about children’s numbers
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, so nobody waits for the first burgers.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
The process
We get there well ahead of food time, so the barbecue is ready when you are. The smell soon brings people over. A summer barbecue in Marden's Hill stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:05pm.
- 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.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
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Marden's Hill questions
Is Marden's Hill too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What’s the nearest station to Marden's Hill?
Crowborough station, about 2.7 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we will check.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. But ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. We need a level, open area outdoors with room for the grill and a serving table.
A closer look at the menu
Pulled pork
Because it is slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, which keeps the queue moving.
Beef burgers
No barbecue is complete without burgers, loved by most ages.
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel to Marden's Hill
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
- The date and time of year
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rough numbers
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards