Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Netley Marsh, Hampshire
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, cooked on site in Netley Marsh by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Work barbecues
Book a BBQ in Netley Marsh
BBQ catering for your event in Netley Marsh
Whether it is twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Give us an idea of numbers and we will suggest a menu. We are frequently asked to cater cricket, football and rugby club days and family celebrations, with coleslaw, beef burgers and beef brisket.
A barbecue in the countryside near Netley Marsh makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a buffet, barbecue food is hot and cooked to order. Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why Netley Marsh hosts choose us
- Add a hog roast alongside
- A full barbecue menu
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
What affects the price in Netley Marsh
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
- How many people are eating
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
These are the details we need:
- Rough numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
About the food
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, alongside the other meats.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
Barbecues in Netley Marsh: gardens, clubs and local tips
Netley Marsh is about 1 mile west of Totton, in Hampshire. Netley Marsh and the surrounding area are covered for events. Netley Marsh is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 6 miles away.
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Matthew, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. PTAs at schools such as Netley Marsh Church of England Infant School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. Netley Marsh is within about 4 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. The sea is within about 6 miles of Netley Marsh, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Events anywhere in SO40 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Streets in the area include Ringwood Road and Woodlands Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Ashurst Bridge (1 mile south-east), Totton (1 mile east), Woodlands (1 mile south), Winsor (1 mile north-west) and Bartley (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east) and Lymington (11 miles south).
Nearby you will also find National Dairy Museum (1.8 miles south-east) and Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles north). The countryside around Netley Marsh includes Testwood Lakes.
- Local schools include Hounsdown School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse pub (under half a mile south)
The process
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, so your event carries on around us. Smoke drifts, so we’ll think about the wind with you. For an evening barbecue in Netley Marsh, think about light: it’s light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Getting ready for the day
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Netley Marsh
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Netley Marsh and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Informal weddings
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Summer staff days
- Community fun days
If guests are travelling by rail, Ashurst New Forest station, about 1.8 miles south, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Allergen information for every dish
- If the price includes VAT
- What crockery is supplied
For event organisers in Netley Marsh
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Other occasions in Netley Marsh
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- A green light from whoever owns the site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the grill
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Netley Marsh
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.
Is Netley Marsh too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How much choice do we need?
Not normally. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats.
Is clearing up included?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Do you cover Netley Marsh?
Yes, Netley Marsh is in our area. Send us the address and we will check the date.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards