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Barbecue Catering in Old Town, East Sussex
BBQ catering in Old Town: our chef cooks on site, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fundraising days
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Book a BBQ in Old Town
FAQs for Old Town
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
How far is Old Town from London?
About 53 miles from central London.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in Old Town. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. The hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and the barbecue adds choice.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who doesn’t eat meat. Let us know numbers for children.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Plan shelter for your guests.
Do you cover Old Town?
Yes, Old Town is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
BBQ catering in Old Town, served hot
Barbecues are good at pleasing everyone, because there is beef, chicken and pork to choose from, and proper vegetarian and vegan options too. Popular choices include BBQ ribs, chicken skewers and sausages, and we are regularly asked to cater neighbourhood parties and 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays.
Around Old Town, a garden with room to spare is all you need. It suits that kind of day, and you won’t spend it cooking. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Where
- Old Town (BN21, BN20, BN22)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For event organisers in Old Town
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Also near Old Town
What else we do in Old Town
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, and the grill becomes a gathering point. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why Old Town hosts choose us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Served at the time you choose
About the food
Pulled pork
Because it’s slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, so nobody waits for the grill.
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, in a roll or on a plate.
Perfect for your event in Old Town
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
People around Old Town book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Summer staff days
- Fundraising barbecues
Parks such as Gildrege Park frequently have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first.
What your quote should include
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Any travel or access charges
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- If the price includes VAT
A catered BBQ in Old Town: what to know
Old Town is about 1 mile south-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Planning a catered barbecue in Old Town? We cover the whole area. We cater 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Old Town to Brighton (18 miles away).
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Gildredge House, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Eastbourne station, about 0.7 miles east. Old Town is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. With the coast within about 2 miles of Old Town, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Here we cover the BN21, BN20 and BN22 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From Love Lane, Mill Road and Greys Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Other places close to Old Town we cover include Upperton (1 mile east), Meads (1 mile south), Eastbourne (1 mile north-east), Holywell (1 mile south) and Ratton Village (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (15 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles north-east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (13 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eastbourne District General Hospital (1 mile north) and Pevensey Castle (4.4 miles north-east). The countryside around Old Town includes Combe Hill.
- Schools near Old Town include WMG Academy for Young Engineers (under half a mile south) and Motcombe Infants' School (within half a mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Lamb Inn (within half a mile east)
Space, access and the venue
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A clear way in from where we park
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
The process
With cover over the grill, the weather rarely holds us up, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. A summer barbecue in Old Town stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:00pm.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- We serve as people come up.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Preparing for the day
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Include children in your numbers
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
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How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- Access to the cooking area
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or BN21 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards