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Barbecue Catering in Shopwyke, West Sussex
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in Shopwyke. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Garden parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
BBQ catering for Shopwyke
BBQ catering in Shopwyke, cooked on site
There is more to a catered barbecue than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. Typical bookings include retirement do’s and summer staff days, with halloumi skewers, sausages and coleslaw.
Country barbecues near Shopwyke are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Area
- Shopwyke (PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Shopwyke: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Shopwyke?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Shopwyke?
The closest is Chichester station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in Shopwyke. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
How do you handle food safety?
That’s one of the best reasons to have it catered: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we serve
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a fixed venue menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself, and eat outdoors. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book our barbecue in Shopwyke
- An itemised quote
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Served at the time you choose
Read our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
Why choose BBQ catering in Shopwyke?
Food safety taken care of
People around Shopwyke book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Family celebrations
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Evening wedding food
- Fundraising barbecues
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Westbourne House School, often want a barbecue.
Comparing caterers
- Plates, china and cutlery
- A clear list of what’s included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether travel is included
What happens on the day
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, which keeps the queue moving. By late September, sunset in Shopwyke is about 7:05pm; in December it’s about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- First, you send us 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.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
Getting a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
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How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- Season and day of the week
- Whether you want china
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and serving time
- Any venue rules
- Allergies we should know about
- The address or postcode
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, in a roll or on a plate.
Places near Shopwyke
More for events in Shopwyke
Shopwyke barbecues: local tips
Shopwyke is about 2 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Planning a catered barbecue in Shopwyke? We cover the whole area. Shopwyke is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cater. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 27 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Chichester station is about 1.9 miles away. If the day starts at a church like The Parish Church of St Peter, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The sea is within about 5 miles of Shopwyke, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Anywhere in PO20, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean an event in a garden on Coach Road and Drayton Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. For events just outside Shopwyke, we cover Maudlin (1 mile north), Westhampnett (1 mile north-west), Oving (1 mile east), Portfield (1 mile west) and Strettington (1 mile north). We also serve nearby towns such as Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (1.5 miles west) and St Richard's Hospital (1.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Stoke Down.
- Nearby schools include The March CofE Primary School (0.8 miles north-west) and Chichester High School For Girls (1.7 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Coach And Horses Public House (0.7 miles north)
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- 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