Portsmouth · England
BBQ Catering in Tipner
A catered barbecue for events around Tipner: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, served by our staff.
- Charity fundraisers
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Family celebrations
A barbecue near Tipner
BBQ catering in Tipner, served hot
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, while you look after your guests. Popular choices include halloumi skewers, coleslaw and beef burgers, and we are regularly asked to cater back-garden get-togethers and close and cul-de-sac parties.
Barbecues around Tipner are often relaxed garden affairs. It suits that kind of day, and you will not spend it cooking. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Area
- Tipner (PO2)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What you get with us
- Served at the time you choose
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Read our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Perfect for your event in Tipner
Six meats to choose from
Hosts in Tipner book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Charity fundraisers
- Work barbecues
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Retirement do’s
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Portsmouth & Southsea station, about 1.4 miles south.
What to look for in a quote
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
How the day works
We arrive in good time before service, so the grill is hot by the time you want to eat. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Autumn and winter barbecues in Tipner get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Let us know about tight access
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Related guides
Planning a barbecue in Tipner
Tipner is about 1 mile north-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Tipner? We cover the whole area. We cover 19 places in Portsmouth. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 15 miles away.
If you had Alexandra Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are frequently restricted in parks. No room at home? A club near Tipner with a terrace or field can be a good alternative. The sea is within about 3 miles of Tipner, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
We bring barbecues to events all over PO2. Your event could be at a house on Knox Road, Croft Road and Whaley Road, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Tipner is on the M275 and A2047, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. Close by, we cover events in North End (1 mile east), Rudmore (1 mile south-east), Portsmouth (1 mile south-east), Landport (1 mile south) and Hilsea (1 mile north-east).
Nearby you will also find Royal Portsmouth Hospital (1.2 miles south) and Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (0.8 miles south). The countryside around Tipner includes Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Tipner include Mayfield School (0.8 miles east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.3 miles south)
- Local pubs include Mother Shipton pub (under half a mile north-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Southsea (2.5 miles south)
Questions from Tipner
Could you cook in Alexandra Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
How soon do you get booked up?
Popular dates go early. But it is always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
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 confirm details when we quote.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Once your date is fixed, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
What the cooking area needs
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Tipner
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
Other occasions in Tipner
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there’s a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
Chicken skewers
Chicken on skewers suits mingling guests, on a plate or in a roll.
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Distance from us
- The number of people
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Crockery choices
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
- Any venue rules
- Rough numbers
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or PO2 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, which takes the pressure off the grill.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards