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BBQ Catering for Steel Cross
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Steel Cross? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Big birthday parties
- Club open days
BBQ catering for Steel Cross
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and food safety is in professional hands. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our barbecue in Steel Cross
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Six meats to choose from
- Sides to make it a full meal
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
BBQ catering in Steel Cross, cooked on site
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. Our chef grills on site in Steel Cross, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. On the menu are chicken skewers, sausages and pulled pork, and we are often booked for school fairs and summer fêtes and retirement do’s.
A barbecue in the countryside near Steel Cross makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Steel Cross (TN6)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Steel Cross
Is Steel Cross close to London?
About 32 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we will label the meat-free choices clearly.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
For planners, venues and organisers
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
How the day works
We get there well ahead of food time, so the barbecue is ready when you are. Your guests will smell it before they see it. In Steel Cross, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Think about shelter for your guests
How to get a price
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes turn a barbecue into a full meal.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork in a roll with coleslaw is hard to beat.
Occasions we serve in Steel Cross
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
Hosts in Steel Cross book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Evening wedding food
- Big birthday parties
- Summer parties in the garden
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Beacon Academy, often want a barbecue.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether plates or china are included
- The full menu and the sides
Barbecues in Steel Cross: gardens, clubs and local tips
Steel Cross is about 1 mile north-east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We cover events in Steel Cross, as well as the surrounding area. Steel Cross is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 21 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Crowborough station is about 1.2 miles away. Within reach of Steel Cross are historic houses such as Groombridge Place (3.8 miles north). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. Steel Cross is within about 5 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We cover events in every part of TN6 and the streets around it. Whether your event is on Hindleap Avenue, Payne Close and Vachery Street or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Steel Cross, we cover Boarshead (1 mile north), Crowborough (1 mile south-west), Jarvis Brook (1 mile south), Marden's Hill (2 miles west) and Friar's Gate (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (14 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south-west), South Malling (15 miles south-west), Heathfield (7 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Crowborough Country Park.
- Schools near Steel Cross include Sir Henry Fermor Church of England Primary School (0.8 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Boars Head Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what affects the price:
- The journey to the venue
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
- The date and time of year
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- Dietary requirements
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
Send us the date, the address or TN6 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Towns and villages near Steel Cross
More for events in Steel Cross
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
Diets, allergies and alternatives
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away