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BBQ Catering in Polegate
BBQ catering for events in Polegate: grilled on site and served by our team, so you can relax with your guests.
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Club open days
BBQ catering for Polegate
The process
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, 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 Polegate, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:15pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:00pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Name a contact for the day
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Get a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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How our BBQ catering works in Polegate
For bigger events in Polegate, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. We are often asked to cater birthdays and milestone parties and family celebrations, serving sausages, beef burgers and pulled pork.
Around Polegate, a garden with room to spare is all you need. It suits that kind of day, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before booking.
- Area
- Polegate (BN26)
- County
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and it does not need a kitchen. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
Read our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
The menu, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table; have napkins ready.
Chicken skewers
For anyone avoiding pork or beef, chicken skewers are the answer, cooked until it’s hot all the way through.
A catered BBQ in Polegate: what to know
Polegate is about 3 miles south of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Polegate? We can help. Polegate is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 17 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Polegate station is in Polegate itself. After a christening at a church such as St John's Church of England Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Polegate is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. With the coast within about 5 miles of Polegate, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Anywhere in BN26, we can cook on site for your guests. Whether your event is on Station Road, High Street and Church Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Polegate is on the A27 and A2270, which makes the journey straightforward. For events just outside Polegate, we cover Wannock (1 mile south-west), Lower Willingdon (1 mile south), Willingdon (1 mile south), Filching (2 miles south-west) and Folkington (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (3 miles south-east), Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles east), Seaford (7 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Burlough Castle (3.4 miles west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
- Local schools include Willingdon Community School (0.8 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Horse & Groom pub (under half a mile south-west)
Perfect for your event in Polegate
Food handled by a professional team
Hosts in Polegate book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Retirement do’s
- Birthdays and milestone parties
PTAs at schools such as Polegate Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for every dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether plates or china are included
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Parking near the grill
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Polegate
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
What affects the price in Polegate
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Plates or china
- The number of people
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies we should know about
- The venue or postcode
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
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Polegate: your questions answered
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.
Can you barbecue near the sea around Polegate?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you offer halal meat?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately; our vegetarian and vegan options are available.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you come to Polegate?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Polegate and the rest of East Sussex included. Send us the address for a quote.
Is clearing up included?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. China is available on request.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away