East Sussex · England
BBQ Catering in Rock-a-Nore
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Rock-a-Nore by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- Summer staff days
- Informal weddings
- Back-garden get-togethers
BBQ catering for Rock-a-Nore
Looking after everyone
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, which takes the pressure off the grill.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
About our BBQ catering in Rock-a-Nore
Barbecue food is sociable food: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. In Rock-a-Nore, we’ll set up where it suits your event. Typical bookings include reunions and family get-togethers and garden parties, serving halloumi skewers, coleslaw and sausages.
For a barbecue in Rock-a-Nore, the garden is frequently the best venue. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we’ll bring everything else. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Location
- Rock-a-Nore (TN34, TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- Whether you want china
- The number of people
- The journey to the venue
- Access to the cooking area
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
The menu, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal.
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
What happens on the day
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, so your event carries on around us. Smoke drifts, so we will think about the wind with you. Autumn and winter barbecues in Rock-a-Nore get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
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Planning a barbecue in Rock-a-Nore
Rock-a-Nore is about 2 miles south-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Events in Rock-a-Nore are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. Rock-a-Nore is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Rock-a-Nore to Brighton (about 32 miles away).
Parks such as Linton Gardens often have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. Coming by train? Ore station, about 0.8 miles north, is the nearest station. The sea is within about a mile of Rock-a-Nore, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
For events in TN34 and TN35, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. From Crown Lane, Croft Road and Queens Road or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. For events just outside Rock-a-Nore, we cover Hastings Old Town (1 mile north-west), Belmont (1 mile north-west), America Ground (1 mile west), Blacklands (1 mile north-west) and St Helen's (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (14 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), Polegate (15 miles west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west) and Langney (13 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Flower Makers Museum (under half a mile west) and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (0.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
- Local schools include University School (1 mile west) and William Parker Sports College (1.8 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Dolphin pub (within half a mile west)
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Timed around your day
Read our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
FAQs for Rock-a-Nore
Can you do a barbecue in Linton Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Do you come to Rock-a-Nore?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll check the date.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are frequently easier. Use our quote form.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Occasions we serve in Rock-a-Nore
Add a hog roast for bigger events
In Rock-a-Nore and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Street parties
- Summer parties in the garden
- Work barbecues
- Sports clubs and team events
If the day starts at a church like Ebenezer Particular Baptist Chapel, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Allergen information for every dish
- The full menu and the sides
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away