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BBQ Catering in Plummers Plain
BBQ catering for events in Plummers Plain: cooked outdoors under cover and served by our team, so you can enjoy the day.
- Evening wedding food
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Fundraising barbecues
BBQ catering in Plummers Plain
Barbecues in Plummers Plain: gardens, clubs and local tips
Plummers Plain is about 4 miles east of Horsham, in West Sussex. We cover events in Plummers Plain. Plummers Plain is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our bookings stretch from Plummers Plain to Brighton (about 15 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as St Mary's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Among the historic houses close to Plummers Plain are Tyes Place (2.9 miles east) and Ockenden Manor (4.7 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH13, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on Handford Way, Handcross Road and Hammerpond Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Plummers Plain, we also cover Slaugham (1 mile east), Lower Beeding (1 mile south-west), Handcross (2 miles north-east), Mannings Heath (2 miles west) and Crabtree (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (5 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles west), Haywards Heath (7 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (8 miles south-east), East Grinstead (11 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Horsham Hospital (4.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Plummers Plain include Tilgate Lake and Warnham LNR.
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (less than half a mile south-west)
BBQ catering in Plummers Plain, cooked on site
A home barbecue means hours at the grill and a pile of washing up. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can enjoy your own event. For retirement do’s and team days and staff summer parties, we can cook halloumi skewers, coleslaw and beef burgers for your guests.
A barbecue in the countryside near Plummers Plain makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
- Where
- Plummers Plain (RH13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Running late? Let us know, and we will adjust where we can.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
What comes off the grill
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch, especially at a wedding or work event.
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who don’t eat pork or beef a meat option.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Permission from the venue or landowner
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
Events we cater in Plummers Plain
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
In Plummers Plain, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Work barbecues
- Family celebrations
- Fundraising barbecues
- Leaving parties
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Faygate station, roughly 3.8 miles north of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The full menu and the sides
- If the price includes VAT
What affects the price in Plummers Plain
Your quote depends on:
- The number of people
- Access to the cooking area
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Roughly how many people
- The venue or postcode
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
Questions from Plummers Plain
Which station is closest to Plummers Plain?
Faygate station, about 3.8 miles north of the centre.
Is Plummers Plain close to London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the food cooked safely?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we’ll label the meat-free choices clearly.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season does not stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We pack everything away after service, so you are not left with the mess.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
What if it rains?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower does not stop it. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
The process
We get there well ahead of food time, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. Your guests will smell it before they see it. In Plummers Plain, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Send final numbers in good time
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Get a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of a takeaway delivery, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Timed around your day
- Our staff serve and clear
Take a look at our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Working with your venue
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Also near Plummers Plain
Also in Plummers Plain
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and 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