Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Soake
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, grilled at your venue in Soake by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- Fundraising barbecues
- Leaving parties
- Informal weddings
BBQ catering in Soake
About our BBQ catering in Soake
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in Soake: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Popular choices include coleslaw, beef brisket and BBQ ribs, and typical bookings are for fundraising barbecues and back-garden get-togethers.
Near Soake, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will handle the rest. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- The number of people
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
When you enquire, please mention:
- Roughly how many people
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Your date and serving time
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
Soake questions
Is Soake close to London?
About 59 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is Soake too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What if it rains?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: send us your details through our quote form.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Yes, generally: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Is the meat halal?
No. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
What happens on the day
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, so your event carries on around us. We will place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. A summer barbecue in Soake stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:10pm.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us about children’s numbers
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, right through the service.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
What else we do in Soake
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
What we serve, dish by dish
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, for a more substantial plate.
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, alongside the other meats.
Soake barbecues: local tips
Soake is about 1 mile north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Soake? We cover the whole area. We cater 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Soake to Southampton (15 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Denmead Junior School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Churches such as The Mead End rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does.
Wherever your event is in PO7, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean an event in a garden on Soake Road and Hambledon Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Furzeley Corner (1 mile south-west), Hart Plain (1 mile east), Cowplain (1 mile east), Waterlooville (1 mile south-east) and Purbrook Heath (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Gosport (8 miles south-west), Havant (4 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (7 miles south-west), Hedge End (11 miles west) and Petersfield (9 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Clanfield Earthwork (4.7 miles north-east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (3.2 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Soake include The Cowplain School (1.1 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Mead End pub (0.5 miles north-west)
Why choose BBQ catering in Soake?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. What you choose to eat matters most: 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.
Why book our barbecue in Soake
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- An itemised quote
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
Read our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Why choose BBQ catering in Soake?
Can be paired with a hog roast
People around Soake book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Family celebrations
- Summer parties in the garden
- Leaving parties
For anyone arriving by rail, Bedhampton station is about 3.7 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel or access charges
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away