Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in St Ives, Hampshire
A catered barbecue for events around St Ives: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, and staff to serve.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Reunions and family get-togethers
BBQ catering for St Ives
A catered BBQ in St Ives: what to know
St Ives is in Hampshire. Events in St Ives are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. We bring barbecues to 683 places in Hampshire. We cater events right across the region, from St Ives to Southampton (about 20 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Avon Tyrrell House (4.5 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. PTAs at schools such as St Ives Primary & Nursery School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. St Ives is within about 6 miles of the New Forest National Park, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of Hampshire takes in BH24, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Compton Beeches, Post Office Lane and Azalea Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. We also bring barbecues to events in Ashley Heath (1 mile west), Avon Castle (1 mile south-east), St Leonards (1 mile south-west) and Matchams (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Totton (15 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south-east), New Milton (9 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east), Ashley (10 miles south-east) and Milford on Sea (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include St Leonard's Hospital (1.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
- Local schools include Ringwood Waldorf School (0.9 miles north-east) and Ringwood School (2 miles north-east)
About our BBQ catering in St Ives
Whether it is twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a catered barbecue scales to the occasion. Tell us your rough numbers and we will plan the menu and service. Typical bookings include informal weddings and birthdays and milestone parties, serving beef brisket, halloumi skewers and BBQ ribs.
A barbecue in the countryside near St Ives makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
About the food
Sausages
Sausages go down well with younger guests.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
Towns and villages near St Ives
What else we do in St Ives
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
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, quoted separately.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
How we price a catered barbecue
The price comes down to:
- Whether you want china
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: send us your details through our quote form.
Who books BBQ catering in St Ives?
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
People around St Ives book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Summer staff days
- Fundraising days
- Evening wedding food
If the day starts at a church like All Saints, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
What your quote should include
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Any travel or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether VAT is included
How it works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving for as long as we’ve agreed. Evening barbecues in St Ives need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for St Ives
Do you come out to small places like St Ives?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we’ll check.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
How much choice do we need?
Not normally. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we will advise on the rest.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Do you label the food for allergies?
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and it does not need a kitchen. The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in St Ives
- An itemised quote
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Timed around your day
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at our prices page or menu ideas for your barbecue.
- 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
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away