Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Old Alresford
Hot off the grill at your event in Old Alresford: burgers, sausages, chicken skewers and ribs, plus sides, served by our staff.
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Summer staff days
- Back-garden get-togethers
A barbecue near Old Alresford
How our BBQ catering works in Old Alresford
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Old Alresford, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. Typical bookings include team days and staff summer parties and leaving parties, serving sausages, BBQ ribs and coleslaw.
Near Old Alresford, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will plan the route. All the barbecue, none of the effort: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Planned to your running order
Read our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
A closer look at the menu
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are quick to grill, which helps at busy times.
Looking after everyone
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
Planning a barbecue in Old Alresford
Old Alresford is about 7 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Old Alresford? We can help. We bring barbecues to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Old Alresford to Southampton (about 16 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Old Alresford are Hinton Ampner House (4.1 miles south). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Perins School, often want a barbecue.
Here we cover the SO24 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Local streets include Kiln Lane, Colden Lane and The Brook; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Old Alresford we cover include Bighton (1 mile east), Northington (2 miles north-west), Totford (3 miles north-west), Brown Candover (3 miles north) and Upper Wield (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Basingstoke (11 miles north), Winchester (7 miles south-west), Eastleigh (12 miles south-west), Horndean (15 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Barton Castle (3.1 miles north-east).
- Local pubs include The Globe Inn (0.7 miles south)
Where the barbecue can go in Old Alresford
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A spot well clear of buildings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
The process
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. That keeps everything hot and fresh. By late September, sunset in Old Alresford is about 7:10pm; in December it’s about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SO24 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
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Working with your venue
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
What BBQ catering costs
Your quote depends on:
- Distance from us
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- Rough numbers
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Old Alresford
Cooked in front of your guests
In Old Alresford, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Fundraising days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Big birthday parties
- Leaving parties
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Mary, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- The full menu and the sides
- If the price includes VAT
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Any travel or access charges
Old Alresford: your questions answered
How far is Old Alresford from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Old Alresford?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Is the meat halal?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
How much choice do we need?
You do not need everything. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Tell us numbers so there is enough.
Towns and villages near Old Alresford
More for events in Old Alresford
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away