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Barbecue Catering in Rustington, West Sussex
Give your guests a catered BBQ at your event in Rustington. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Evening wedding food
- Leaving and retirement parties
Planning an event in Rustington?
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests do not eat pork. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so some events have both. What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why us?
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Our chef at the grill, not you
BBQ catering in Rustington, cooked on site
Hosting a barbecue typically means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. A catered barbecue takes all of that off your hands, so you can spend the time with your guests. For fundraising days and garden parties, we can cook beef brisket, beef burgers and coleslaw.
Around Rustington, a garden with room to spare is all you need. A catered barbecue fits right in, and you won’t spend it cooking. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Location
- Rustington (BN16, BN17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Rustington
Other occasions in Rustington
How it works
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. For an evening barbecue in Rustington, think about light: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Getting a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
The menu, dish by dish
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, sausages are simple and satisfying.
A catered BBQ in Rustington: what to know
Rustington is about 5 miles west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Rustington? We cover the whole area. Rustington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cater. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 17 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Rustington Community Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Among the historic houses close to Rustington are Ecclesden Manor (2 miles north-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. Rustington is within about 7 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 2 miles of Rustington, wind is the thing to plan for: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Here we cover the BN16 and BN17 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on Church Road, The Street and Station Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Rustington sits on or near the B2140, so getting the barbecue to your event is simple. Nearby, we also cater events in Littlehampton (1 mile west), Toddington (1 mile north-west), Poling (2 miles north), Wick (2 miles west) and Lyminster (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (5 miles east), Bognor Regis (8 miles west), Chichester (12 miles west), Selsey (13 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles east) and Lancing (8 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Zachary Merton Hospital (within half a mile south-east) and Lyminster Siege Castle (3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Rustington include WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
- Local schools include The Littlehampton Academy (1.2 miles west) and Littlehampton College (1.2 miles west)
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
What the cooking area needs
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A spot well clear of buildings
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
What affects the price in Rustington
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- The date and time of year
- Distance from us
- Whether you want china
- Site access
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
- Any venue rules
- Your date and serving time
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: fill in our quote form.
Questions from Rustington
How far is Rustington from London?
About 51 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
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 come to Rustington?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Rustington and the rest of West Sussex included. Send us the address for a quote.
When should we book BBQ catering?
As soon as you know the date, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: use our quote form.
Do you offer halal meat?
No, we don’t offer halal meat. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
What do children usually eat?
Usually, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Who books BBQ catering in Rustington?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
People around Rustington book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Informal weddings
- Leaving parties
- Birthdays and milestone parties
Churches such as The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What crockery is supplied
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards