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Barbecue Catering in West Dean, West Sussex
Want a barbecue in West Dean without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Club open days
- Summer parties in the garden
BBQ catering in West Dean
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
BBQ catering in West Dean, served hot
There’s something about a barbecue that gets people talking: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. In West Dean, we’ll set up where it suits your event. Popular choices include beef brisket, BBQ ribs and sausages, and we’re often booked for informal weddings and 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays.
A barbecue in the countryside near West Dean makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Location
- West Dean (PO18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Working with your venue
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
How it works
One of us cooks, the others serve, so service stays steady. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. A summer barbecue in West Dean stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:05pm.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
How to get a price
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Barbecues in West Dean: gardens, clubs and local tips
West Dean is about 4 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cater events of every size in West Dean. We cater 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 25 miles away.
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as West Dean CofE Primary School, frequently want a barbecue. Churches such as The Parish Church of St Andrew rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of West Dean, 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 the PO18 postcode area. For events just outside West Dean, we cover Singleton (1 mile east), Charlton (2 miles east), East Dean (3 miles east), Cocking (3 miles north) and Bepton (4 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Bognor Regis (9 miles south-east), Chichester (4 miles south), Selsey (12 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (8 miles south-west) and Rustington (13 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (4.5 miles south) and Museum of Gardening (within half a mile north-east). Open spaces near West Dean include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Why choose BBQ catering in West Dean?
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
People around West Dean book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Family celebrations
- Evening wedding food
- Fundraising barbecues
- Back-garden get-togethers
If guests are travelling by rail, Fishbourne station, about 4.8 miles south, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel or access charges
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Whether VAT is included
- What crockery is supplied
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book with us
- An itemised quote
- Six meats to choose from
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Sides to make it a full meal
Read our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
West Dean: your questions answered
Is West Dean too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Do you cater at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is clearing up included?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
Will children like the BBQ?
Yes, generally: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you offer halal meat?
We don’t offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
About the food
Pulled pork
Slow-cooked pork, pulled apart, piled into rolls.
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, for guests who prefer chicken.
Also in West Dean
What affects the price in West Dean
We work out each quote from:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- The number of people
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any venue rules
- An estimate of numbers
- The venue or postcode
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards