Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Ramsdell, Hampshire
Planning a barbecue in Ramsdell and do not want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Leaving parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Sports clubs and team events
BBQ catering in Ramsdell
The menu, dish by dish
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, they’re the easy crowd-pleaser.
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite, filling and easy to eat.
How our BBQ catering works in Ramsdell
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. On the menu are halloumi skewers, BBQ ribs and chicken skewers, and typical bookings are for work barbecues and garden parties.
Near Ramsdell, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will handle the rest. All the barbecue, none of the effort: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
Events we cater in Ramsdell
Food handled by a professional team
In Ramsdell and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Neighbourhood parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Retirement do’s
- Garden parties
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as The Priory Primary School, often want a barbecue.
Before booking anyone
- The full menu and the sides
- How dietary needs are handled
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Plates, china and cutlery
Space, access and the venue
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Ramsdell
What’s the nearest station to Ramsdell?
The closest is Bramley (Hants) station, roughly 4.2 miles away.
Is Ramsdell close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Do you come to Ramsdell?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Ramsdell and the rest of Hampshire included. Send us the address for a quote.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
How it works
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so the queue keeps moving. After service, we clear up and pack away. For an evening barbecue in Ramsdell, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Give us a contact number for the day
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Towns and villages near Ramsdell
More for events in Ramsdell
Barbecue venues around Ramsdell
Ramsdell is about 3 miles south of Tadley, in Hampshire. Ramsdell is well within our area for events and the places nearby. Ramsdell is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Reading, about 12 miles away.
Coming by train? Bramley (Hants) station is about 4.2 miles away. Churches such as Christ Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does.
Wherever your event is in RG26, we can bring the barbecue to you. From Monk Sherborne Road, Baughurst Road and Basingstoke Road or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. For events just outside Ramsdell, we cover Charter Alley (1 mile east), West Heath (1 mile north), Monk Sherborne (1 mile south-east), Pamber End (1 mile north-east) and Salters Heath (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (4 miles south-east), Fleet (14 miles east), Alton (14 miles south-east), Yateley (14 miles east), Tadley (3 miles north) and Hook (9 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Calleva Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and Park Prewett Hospital (2.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
How we price a catered barbecue
Things that change the price:
- Site access
- The number of people
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
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
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Any venue rules
- Roughly how many people
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: fill in our quote form.
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book our barbecue in Ramsdell
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Timed around your day
- An itemised quote
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away