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Barbecue Catering in Merston, West Sussex
Hosting a barbecue in Merston without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Street parties
- Summer parties in the garden
- Informal weddings
A barbecue near Merston
BBQ catering in Merston, served hot
Barbecue food is sociable food: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Merston. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, beef burgers and coleslaw, and we’re regularly asked to cater fundraising barbecues and summer staff days.
In a small place like Merston, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
- Area
- Merston (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Your quote depends on:
- Travel to Merston
- The number of people
- Whether you want china
- Site access
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
When you enquire, please mention:
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
- Any venue rules
- Rough numbers
It is easy to get a price: 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.
Towns and villages near Merston
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Planners, venues and businesses
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
A closer look at the menu
Pulled pork
Because it’s slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, so nobody waits for the grill.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
Events we cater in Merston
Nobody in your party stuck at the grill
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Merston and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Family celebrations
- Club open days
- Back-garden get-togethers
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Giles, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- Travel and any London charges
- The full menu and the sides
- What crockery is supplied
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- An itemised quote
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- A full barbecue menu
See how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Merston questions
Is Merston close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Merston?
Chichester station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, and we take our equipment with us.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are usually the children’s favourites, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
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.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, so the event carries on around us.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
The process
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it is a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. By late September, sunset in Merston is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Get a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
A catered BBQ in Merston: what to know
Merston is about 3 miles south-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Planning a catered barbecue in Merston? We cover the whole area. Merston is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Merston to Brighton (about 26 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Chichester Free School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Historic houses near Merston include Goodwood House (3.5 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. With the coast within about 4 miles of Merston, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
We cater events across PO20. We also bring barbecues to events in Runcton (1 mile south-west), Colworth (1 mile east), Oving (1 mile north), North Mundham (1 mile west) and Lagness (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles north-west), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east) and Emsworth (9 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Chichester City Museum (2.3 miles north-west) and St Richard's Hospital (2.3 miles north-west).
- Schools near Merston include North Mundham Primary School (1.2 miles west) and Chichester High School For Girls (2.1 miles west)
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards