Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Michelmersh
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Michelmersh by our team. We serve and tidy up.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Club open days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
BBQ catering in Michelmersh
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
BBQ catering in Michelmersh, served hot
Some hosts in Michelmersh pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we’ll quote for both. We serve coleslaw, halloumi skewers and BBQ ribs, and we are frequently booked for Fêtes, fairs and sports days and family celebrations.
A barbecue in the countryside near Michelmersh makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there is no need to borrow a grill.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
What BBQ catering costs
Your quote depends on:
- Site access
- The date and time of year
- The journey to the venue
- Whether you want china
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The address or postcode
- Your date and serving time
- Rules from the venue or landowner
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Michelmersh barbecues: local tips
Michelmersh is about 3 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Michelmersh? We can help. Michelmersh is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 9 miles away.
Churches such as Church of St Mary rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. Historic houses near Michelmersh include Mottisfont Abbey (1.2 miles north-west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Events anywhere in SO51 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. We can cater an event on streets such as Yew Tree Lane, Staff Road and Haccups Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Timsbury (1 mile south), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-west), Kimbridge (1 mile west), Mottisfont (1 mile west) and Dunbridge (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (12 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (6 miles south-east) and Hedge End (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include King Johns House (3 miles south) and Romsey Community Hospital (3.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
- Nearby, you will find The Malthouse Inn (0.5 miles south)
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Michelmersh
Do you come out to small places like Michelmersh?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Michelmersh close to London?
Roughly 69 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we’ll suggest a split.
Why choose BBQ catering in Michelmersh?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Street parties
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- What crockery is supplied
- Allergen information for every dish
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Before you choose a spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Beef burgers
How the day works
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. For an evening barbecue in Michelmersh, think about light: it’s light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Let us know about tight access
Get a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
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Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Michelmersh hosts choose us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Take a look at our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
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About the food
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, which keeps the queue moving.
Sausages
Cooked through and browned on the grill, sausages are simple and satisfying.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards