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BBQ Catering for Mead End
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Mead End? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Summer staff days
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- School fairs and summer fêtes
BBQ catering in Mead End
About our BBQ catering in Mead End
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Mead End. Whether it is team days and staff summer parties and back-garden get-togethers, we can cook sausages, pulled pork and coleslaw for your guests.
In a small place like Mead End, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll plan the route. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we will work around it where possible.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
What else we do in Mead End
How it works
Grilled food is at its best when it’s hot, so we cook to order through service. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, which keeps the queue moving. Autumn and winter barbecues in Mead End get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 4:05pm 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.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
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For event organisers in Mead End
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Occasions we serve in Mead End
No host spending the day cooking
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Mead End. Popular bookings include:
- Summer staff days
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Informal weddings
- Sports clubs and team events
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Tiptoe Primary School, frequently want a barbecue.
Comparing caterers
- Whether VAT is included
- The full menu and the sides
- What crockery is supplied
- Exactly what’s included in the price
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Six meats to choose from
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
Read our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
FAQs for Mead End
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
What meats do you barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Can you cater in Mead End?
Yes, Mead End is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: send us your details through our quote form.
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Site access
- Distance from us
- Numbers
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies we should know about
- Anything the venue has asked for
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
What comes off the grill
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, alongside the other meats.
Beef burgers
No barbecue is complete without burgers, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
Barbecue venues around Mead End
Mead End is about 4 miles north-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. We cater events of every size in Mead End. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Mead End to Southampton (14 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Sway station, roughly 0.9 miles east of the centre. Among the historic houses close to Mead End are Highcliffe Castle (4.8 miles south-west) and Avon Tyrrell House (4.9 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. The New Forest National Park is within about 4 miles of Mead End, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. With the coast within about 5 miles of Mead End, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Wherever your event is in SO41, we can bring the barbecue to you. Whether your event is on Marley Mount and Boundway or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. For events just outside Mead End, we cover Tiptoe (1 mile south), Sway (1 mile east), Bashley (1 mile south-west), Ashley (2 miles south) and Wootton (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (11 miles north-east), Lymington (4 miles south-east), Hythe (11 miles north-east), Ringwood (8 miles north-west), Barton on Sea (3 miles south-west) and Dibden Purlieu (11 miles north-east).
A little further out are Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.8 miles east) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (2.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Mead End include Milford on Sea LNR.
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Public House (0.8 miles south)
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards