East Sussex · England
BBQ Catering for Upper Hartfield
A catered barbecue for your event in Upper Hartfield: grilled on site and served by our team, so you can enjoy the day.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Planning an event in Upper Hartfield?
How our BBQ catering works in Upper Hartfield
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Send us a picture of the space and we’ll confirm it. For big birthday parties and work barbecues, we can cook coleslaw, beef brisket and sausages.
A barbecue in the countryside near Upper Hartfield makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
- Where
- Upper Hartfield (TN7)
- County
- East Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Travel to Upper Hartfield
- Numbers
- Site access
- Whether you want china
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
- An estimate of numbers
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
The process
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving for as long as we have agreed. Autumn and winter barbecues in Upper Hartfield get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Getting ready for the day
- Include children in your numbers
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Getting a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
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Occasions we serve in Upper Hartfield
Add a hog roast for bigger events
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Community fun days
- Club open days
- Garden parties
- Charity fundraisers
If the day starts at a church like Holy Trinity Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
What to look for in a quote
- The full menu and the sides
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether plates or china are included
Planning a barbecue in Upper Hartfield
Upper Hartfield is about 5 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Events in Upper Hartfield are part of our patch. Upper Hartfield is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cater. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 20 miles away.
Coming by train? The nearest station is Ashurst Kent station, about 3.7 miles north-east. Among the historic houses close to Upper Hartfield are Bassetts Manor (1.9 miles north) and Hammerwood Park (2.9 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. Upper Hartfield is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
For events in TN7, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. Whether your event is on Parrock Lane, Cat Street and Gallipot Hill or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Coleman's Hatch (1 mile south-west), Forest Row (2 miles west), Wych Cross (3 miles south-west), Duddleswell (4 miles south) and Chelwood Gate (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Lewes (15 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles south-east), Uckfield (9 miles south), South Malling (15 miles south), Heathfield (11 miles south-east) and Cliffe (15 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Bolebroke Castle (2 miles north-east) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4.2 miles south-east).
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask which items contain gluten
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
What comes off the grill
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Not everyone eats meat, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, piled into rolls.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Common questions in Upper Hartfield
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Upper Hartfield?
Ashurst Kent station, about 3.7 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides.
Should we have every meat?
Not usually. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
Is there anything for vegans?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Tell us numbers so there is enough.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
Is the food cooked safely?
That’s one of the best reasons to have it catered: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
Space, access and the venue
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- A green light from whoever owns the site
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Towns and villages near Upper Hartfield
Other occasions in Upper Hartfield
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- A full barbecue menu
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
Read how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
- 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
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards