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Barbecue Catering in Portfield, West Sussex
Planning a barbecue in Portfield and don’t want to cook? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Club open days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
A barbecue near Portfield
BBQ catering for your event in Portfield
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, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. We serve pulled pork, coleslaw and halloumi skewers, and we are regularly asked to cater evening wedding food and engagement and anniversary parties.
For a barbecue in Portfield, the garden is often the best venue. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we’ll bring everything else. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
- Area
- Portfield (PO19, PO20, PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Portfield barbecues: local tips
Portfield is about 1 mile east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Events in Portfield are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. Portfield is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Portfield to Brighton (about 28 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as St George's, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Nearby historic houses include Goodwood House (2.5 miles north) and West Dean House (4.8 miles north). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. With the coast within about 6 miles of Portfield, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Events anywhere in PO19, PO20 and PO18 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. That could mean an event in a garden on Kent Road, York Road and Spur Road or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. You’ll find Portfield on the A259 and A285, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. Close by, we cover events in Chichester (1 mile west), Westhampnett (1 mile north-east), Shopwyke (1 mile east), Maudlin (1 mile north-east) and North Mundham (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (7 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west), Rustington (11 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Chichester City Museum (0.6 miles west) and Chichester Castle (0.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Stoke Down.
- Schools near Portfield include Chichester High School For Girls (0.8 miles south-west) and The Prebendal School (0.9 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The East Gate Public House (0.5 miles west)
For planners, venues and organisers
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
Sausages
Sausages go down well with younger guests, and they’re easy to eat standing up.
How the day works
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. For an evening barbecue in Portfield, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:05pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Think about shelter for your guests
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
Prices and what affects them
There’s no fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- The journey to the venue
- Site access
- The number of people
- Whether you want china
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Events we cater in Portfield
Cooked in front of your guests
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Portfield. Some of the most common are:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Fundraising days
- Informal weddings
- Team days and staff summer parties
If guests are travelling by rail, Chichester station, about 0.9 miles west, is the nearest station.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What crockery is supplied
- Whether travel is included
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- Timed around your day
- Our staff serve and clear
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Hot food straight off the grill
See our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Portfield questions
Can you barbecue near the sea around Portfield?
Yes, of course. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Is Portfield close to London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What do children normally eat?
Normally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Should we have every meat?
You don’t need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We cook under cover, so rain is not a problem for the food. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Do you come to Portfield?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we will confirm availability.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Once your date is fixed, especially for June to September. But ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
Also near Portfield
Other occasions in Portfield
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards