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BBQ Catering for Stanswood
A barbecue in Stanswood, without you at the grill: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Fundraising days
- Summer staff days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
BBQ catering for Stanswood
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
BBQ catering for your event in Stanswood
From the grill come burgers, sausages and chicken skewers, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. You choose the mix that suits your event. On the menu are coleslaw, beef brisket and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for street parties and summer staff days.
Country barbecues near Stanswood 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. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
How it works
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. By late September, sunset in Stanswood is about 7:10pm; in December it is about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Use our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in Stanswood
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Stanswood. For example:
- Big birthday parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Fundraising barbecues
Nearby historic houses include Osborne House (4.8 miles south-east) and Beaulieu Palace House (4.8 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether plates or china are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
FAQs for Stanswood
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
Which station is closest to Stanswood?
Hamble station, about 4.8 miles north of the centre.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We tidy the serving area, so there is very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
What do you need from the venue?
Mostly space and access: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will check anything else with you.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Will children like the BBQ?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who doesn’t eat meat. Let us know numbers for children.
A catered BBQ in Stanswood: what to know
Stanswood is about 3 miles north-west of Cowes, in Hampshire. Hosts in Stanswood book us for events of all sizes. Stanswood is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 8 miles away.
If the day starts at a church like St George, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. For anyone arriving by rail, Hamble station is about 4.8 miles away. The New Forest National Park is within about 5 miles of Stanswood. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. The sea is within about 4 miles of Stanswood, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
For events in SO45, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. For events just outside Stanswood, we cover Sprat's Down (1 mile north), Calshot (1 mile north-east), Hillhead (1 mile north-east), Langley (1 mile west) and Blackfield (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (7 miles north-east), Totton (11 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (8 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Coldeast (5.4 miles north-east) and Calshot Castle (2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Stanswood include Mill Hill and Mercury Marshes.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests don’t eat pork. A hog roast is the bigger spectacle, so some events have both. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why Stanswood hosts choose us
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Our staff serve and clear
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at our prices page or menu ideas for your barbecue.
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, served alongside the burgers and sausages.
Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
Places near Stanswood
What else we do in Stanswood
What affects the price in Stanswood
Things that change the price:
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to Stanswood
- The date and time of year
- Whether you want china
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, tell us:
- The address or postcode
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Rough numbers
- Your date and serving time
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or SO45 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away