East Sussex · England
BBQ Catering in Meads
Planning a barbecue in Meads and don’t want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Informal weddings
- Street parties
A barbecue near Meads
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there is no need to borrow a grill.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
BBQ catering for your event in Meads
Some hosts in Meads pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. For neighbourhood parties and sports clubs and team events, we’ll put together a menu of beef brisket, coleslaw and pulled pork.
Barbecues around Meads are frequently relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of day, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
- Area
- Meads (BN20, BN21)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
BBQ ribs
Glazed ribs turn a barbecue into a proper spread, served alongside the burgers and sausages.
For planners, venues and organisers
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
If you are 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’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Meads barbecues: local tips
Meads is about 2 miles south of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Meads and the surrounding area are covered for events. Meads is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Meads to Brighton (about 18 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, Eastbourne station, about 1.1 miles north-east, is the nearest station. If the day starts at a church like St John the Evangelist, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Meads, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 2 miles of Meads, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
For events in BN20 and BN21, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. Whether your event is on Link Road, Mount Road and Cliff Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Nearby, we also cater events in Holywell (1 mile south-east), Old Town (1 mile north), Upperton (1 mile north), Eastbourne (2 miles north) and Ratton Village (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (15 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles north-east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (14 miles north-west), Hailsham (7 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.1 miles north) and Rnli Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum (0.9 miles north-east). Open spaces near Meads include Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include St John's Meads Church of England Primary School (under half a mile south-west) and Gildredge House (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Ship Inn (under half a mile south)
How the day works
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, so nobody waits for the first round. In Meads, late May sunsets come at about 8:45pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Include children in your numbers
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Related guides
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why Meads hosts choose us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Six meats to choose from
- Add a hog roast alongside
- An itemised quote
Read our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Perfect for your event in Meads
Hot food straight off the grill
People around Meads book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Evening wedding food
- Big birthday parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
If you had Gildrege Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are frequently restricted in parks.
What your quote should include
- Plates, china and cutlery
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
Where the barbecue can go in Meads
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Site access
- Plates or china
- Season and day of the week
- How many people are eating
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. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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FAQs for Meads
Is Meads close to London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Meads?
The closest is Eastbourne station, roughly 1.1 miles away.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area, so there is very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Send us your details through our quote form.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away