Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering for South Down
BBQ catering in South Down: our chef cooks on site, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Garden parties
- Work barbecues
A barbecue near South Down
About the food
Sausages
Children generally head straight for the sausages.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork in a roll with coleslaw is hard to beat.
BBQ catering for your event in South Down
A barbecue is one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd in South Down: familiar food, lots of choice and no formality. With us cooking, nobody you know spends the afternoon at the grill. Typical bookings include family celebrations and fundraising days, serving sausages, beef brisket and pulled pork.
A barbecue in the countryside near South Down makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
Occasions we serve in South Down
No host spending the day cooking
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Neighbourhood parties
- Work barbecues
- Fundraising barbecues
- Club open days
After a christening at a church such as Church of All Saints, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Towns and villages near South Down
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Our chef at the grill, not you
What affects the price in South Down
Here’s what affects the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Allergies we should know about
- Roughly how many people
- The address or postcode
It is easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
How it works
On the day, we set up the barbecue on the agreed spot, put the cover up and get it hot. From there, we cook as your guests come up, worked around your serving time. By late September, sunset in South Down is about 7:10pm; in December it’s about 4:00pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Name a contact for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Ask for a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
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Barbecues in South Down: gardens, clubs and local tips
South Down is about 3 miles north-east of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. Hosts in South Down book us for events of all sizes. South Down is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Twyford St Mary's Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Shawford station, roughly 0.6 miles north-east of the centre.
Wherever your event is in SO21, we can bring the barbecue to you. Whether your event is on Cross Way, Fairfield Road and Grove Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Compton (1 mile north), Otterbourne (1 mile south-west), Shawford (1 mile north-east), Twyford (1 mile east) and Oliver's Battery (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (3 miles north), Eastleigh (3 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles north-west), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (2.9 miles north) and Wolvesey Castle (3.2 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Twyford Down and Shawford Down.
- Nearby schools include Thornden School (1.9 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bridge Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
South Down: your questions answered
Which station is closest to South Down?
Shawford station, about 0.6 miles north-east of the centre.
How far is South Down from London?
About 63 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Will children like the BBQ?
Normally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you need anything from us?
Mostly space and access: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll check anything else with you.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards