Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering for Pennington
Planning a catered barbecue in Pennington? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Community fun days
- Birthdays and milestone parties
A barbecue near Pennington
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
BBQ catering in Pennington, served hot
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, while you look after your guests. On the menu are chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and beef brisket, and we’re often booked for work barbecues and informal weddings.
For a barbecue in Pennington, the garden is often the best venue. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we will bring everything else. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
Barbecue venues around Pennington
Pennington is about 1 mile south-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. We’re happy to travel to Pennington for events. Pennington is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 14 miles away.
Coming by train? Lymington Town station, about 1.2 miles north-east, is the nearest station. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Priestlands School, often want a barbecue. The New Forest National Park is within about 5 miles of Pennington, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about a mile of Pennington, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
We cover events in every part of SO41 and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on Mead Road, Pound Road and Elm Avenue, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Lymington (1 mile north-east), Lower Pennington (1 mile south), Walhampton (1 mile north-east), Everton (1 mile west) and Lymore (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Totton (12 miles north), Hythe (10 miles north-east), New Milton (5 miles west), Ringwood (12 miles north-west), Locks Heath (15 miles north-east) and Warsash (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (0.9 miles north-east) and Yarmouth Castle (3.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Pennington include Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Pennington include Pennington Infant School (within half a mile north)
- Nearby, you’ll find White Hart Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Places near Pennington
Also in Pennington
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
About the food
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, sausages are simple and satisfying.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Crunchy coleslaw suits barbecue food, while salads keep it light.
Why choose BBQ catering in Pennington?
Next to a row of street-food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- No surprises: everything in writing
Take a look at how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
What BBQ catering costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
- Travel to Pennington
- Access to the cooking area
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Roughly how many people
- The address or postcode
- The date and time of the event
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Pennington
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
Hosts in Pennington book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Summer staff days
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fundraising days
Churches such as Church of St Mark rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does.
Questions to ask before booking
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Whether plates or china are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
The process
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook to order through service. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, so nobody waits for the first round. Evening barbecues in Pennington need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Let us know about children’s numbers
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Questions from Pennington
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
Is the meat halal?
We do not offer halal. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Do you provide china?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Will children like the BBQ?
Yes, generally: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. With salads and potatoes, it’s a proper meal on a plate; ask about china if you’d like it.
Should we have every meat?
You do not need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards