Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in New Forest, Hampshire
Thinking about a catered barbecue in New Forest? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
BBQ catering for New Forest
BBQ catering for your event in New Forest
Food from a barbecue is best eaten hot off the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Tell us when you’d like to eat and we’ll plan around it. Popular choices include pulled pork, halloumi skewers and sausages, and we’re often booked for informal weddings and school fairs and summer fêtes.
Near New Forest, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
What BBQ catering costs
Things that change the price:
- The journey to the venue
- Plates or china
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we will need:
- Dietary requirements
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers
- The date and time of the event
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or SP6 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Barbecue venues around New Forest
New Forest is in Hampshire. We cover New Forest and its neighbours for events. New Forest is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from New Forest to Southampton (about 23 miles away).
We cover events in every part of the SP6 postcode area. Your event could be at a house on Sillens Lane and Townsend Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Nearby, we also cater events in Martin (1 mile north-east), Rockbourne (3 miles east) and Damerham (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Ringwood (11 miles south-east), Fordingbridge (6 miles south-east), St Leonards (11 miles south), Alderholt (6 miles south-east), Poulner (11 miles south-east) and Ashley Heath (10 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Cranborne Castle Hill (4.4 miles south). The countryside around New Forest includes Western Downs.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in New Forest
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, for guests who prefer chicken.
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite, filling and easy to eat.
Who books BBQ catering in New Forest?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
In New Forest and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Street parties
- Family celebrations
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
After a christening at a church such as Church of All Saints, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Allergen information for every dish
Places near New Forest
What else we do in New Forest
New Forest: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like New Forest?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Is clearing up included?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we will confirm what we need.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Once your date is fixed, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
For event organisers in New Forest
If you’re 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 will keep everyone in the loop.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, right through the service.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How the day works
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, so nobody waits for the first round. For an evening barbecue in New Forest, 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.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
Preparing for the day
- Send final numbers in good time
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
How to get a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. 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.
Why book our barbecue in New Forest
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- An itemised quote
- Cooked on site by our chef
Read how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards