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Barbecue Catering in Southwater, West Sussex
Want a barbecue in Southwater without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- Retirement do’s
- Summer staff days
- Street parties
BBQ catering in Southwater
Step by step
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we time our arrival around your serving time. That keeps everything hot and fresh. By late September, sunset in Southwater is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 3:55pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: send us your details through our quote form.
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How our BBQ catering works in Southwater
From a small family gathering to a big club day, a catered barbecue scales to the occasion. Tell us your rough numbers and we’ll plan the menu and service. Typical bookings include street parties and club open days, serving BBQ ribs, chicken skewers and halloumi skewers.
Barbecues around Southwater are often relaxed garden affairs. A catered barbecue fits right in, and you will not spend it cooking. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Where
- Southwater (RH13)
- County
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why choose BBQ catering in Southwater?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why Southwater hosts choose us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Served at the time you choose
- Our staff serve and clear
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there is no need to borrow a grill.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Nearby places to Southwater
Other occasions in Southwater
Perfect for your event in Southwater
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
Hosts in Southwater book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Retirement do’s
- Evening wedding food
- Big birthday parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Christs Hospital station, about 1.9 miles north-west.
Before you book anyone
- Travel and any London charges
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether VAT is included
What we serve, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, a lighter choice than burgers.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
How we price a catered barbecue
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The number of people
- Distance from us
- Crockery choices
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Details that help
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Rough numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Any venue rules
- The venue or postcode
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
For event organisers in Southwater
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Parking near the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the grill
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
Barbecues in Southwater: gardens, clubs and local tips
Southwater is about 3 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. We cover Southwater and its neighbours for events. We cater 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 16 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Southwater Infant Academy, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Churches such as Holy Innocents Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does.
Here we cover the RH13 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on Station Road, Walmer Close and Pevensey Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. We also bring barbecues to events in Tower Hill (2 miles north), Nuthurst (2 miles east), Brooks Green (2 miles west), Barns Green (2 miles west) and Maplehurst (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (9 miles north-east), Horsham (3 miles north), Worthing (14 miles south), Haywards Heath (11 miles east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Christs Hospital School Museum (1.5 miles north-west) and Horsham Hospital (3.2 miles north). Open spaces near Southwater include Knepp Wildland.
- Schools near Southwater include The Doyle School of Design and Technology (1.5 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Lintot pub (less than half a mile west)
Southwater questions
How far is Southwater from London?
Roughly 34 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Southwater?
Christs Hospital station, about 1.9 miles north-west of the centre.
What meats do you 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.
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.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: send us your details through our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards