Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in The Frenches, Hampshire
A barbecue in The Frenches, without you at the grill: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Charity fundraisers
- Sports clubs and team events
- Neighbourhood parties
Planning an event in The Frenches?
How our BBQ catering works in The Frenches
For bigger events in The Frenches, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we will quote for both. On the menu are beef burgers, halloumi skewers and coleslaw, and typical bookings are for engagement and anniversary parties and summer staff days.
In a small place like The Frenches, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
Perfect for your event in The Frenches
Nobody in your party stuck at the grill
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Summer staff days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Charity fundraisers
Clubs and leisure centres near The Frenches can host a barbecue if there’s outdoor space.
Questions to ask before you book
- Plates, china and cutlery
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- A spot well clear of buildings
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue offers more variety, which helps when some guests do not eat pork. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. 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.
What you get with us
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Planned to your running order
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read our pricing or our barbecue menu ideas.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
What comes off the grill
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
A catered BBQ in The Frenches: what to know
The Frenches is about 3 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We cover events in The Frenches, as well as the surrounding area. The Frenches is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we cater. Our bookings stretch from The Frenches to Southampton (9 miles away).
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Embley, often want a barbecue. Nearby historic houses include Mottisfont Abbey (3.1 miles north) and Landford Manor (3.2 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO51. Other places close to The Frenches we cover include Shootash (1 mile east), Plaitford Green (2 miles west), West Wellow (2 miles south-west), East Wellow (2 miles south) and Blackhill (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (11 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Andover (15 miles north), Totton (6 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (3.4 miles east) and Romsey Extra (3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
What BBQ catering costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Plates or china
- Travel to The Frenches
- The number of people
- Access to the cooking area
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Roughly how many people
- Dietary requirements
- The address or postcode
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or SO51 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
The process
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we time our arrival around your serving time. It means food comes off the grill hot. At midsummer, it’s light in The Frenches until about 9:25pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:10pm.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Send final numbers in good time
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SO51 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Questions from The Frenches
Which station is closest to The Frenches?
Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, about 2.5 miles north of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like The Frenches?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Should we have every meat?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Yes, generally: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Fill in our quote form.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate.
Also near The Frenches
Also in The Frenches
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- 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