Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Wickham Common, Hampshire
BBQ catering in Wickham Common: our chef cooks on site, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, served hot by our staff.
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Community fun days
- Retirement do’s
A barbecue near Wickham Common
Wickham Common barbecues: local tips
Wickham Common is about 3 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Wickham Common? We cover the whole area. We bring barbecues to 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 10 miles away.
Churches such as Church of St Nicholas rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does. For a fundraiser at a school like Wickham Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
We cover events in every part of the PO17 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Southwick Road, Castle Farm Lane and Black Cottage Lane, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Crockerhill (1 mile south-west), Hundred Acres (1 mile north-east), Welborne (1 mile south-west), North Boarhunt (1 mile east) and North Fareham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (8 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south-west) and Horndean (7 miles east).
A little further out are Knowle Hospital (1.6 miles south-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (2.6 miles south). The countryside around Wickham Common includes St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Old House Hotel (1 mile north-west)
BBQ catering for your event in Wickham Common
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Tell us about the space in Wickham Common and we’ll check it works. We are frequently asked to cater school fairs and summer fêtes and summer parties in the garden, with chicken skewers, beef burgers and BBQ ribs.
Near Wickham Common, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will handle the rest. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our barbecue in Wickham Common
- Served at the time you choose
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- A clear quote with everything listed
Take a look at our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Wickham Common
How far is Wickham Common from London?
Roughly 63 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Wickham Common?
The closest is Fareham station, roughly 2.8 miles away.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
We do. There’s a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Can you cater in Wickham Common?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Wickham Common and Hampshire. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
For planners, venues and organisers
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
A closer look at the menu
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is slow-cooked until it falls apart, piled into rolls, often with coleslaw.
Chicken skewers
Skewers are easy to serve and easy to eat, on a plate or in a roll.
Step by step
On the day, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. Then our chef cooks through the service time, worked around your serving time. Evening barbecues in Wickham Common need a little planning: it’s light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
What BBQ catering costs
The price comes down to:
- How many people are eating
- Site access
- The date and time of year
- Distance from us
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
What the cooking area needs
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A green light from whoever owns the site
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
Occasions we serve in Wickham Common
Food handled by a professional team
In Wickham Common and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street parties
- Retirement do’s
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 2.8 miles south of the centre.
Before booking anyone
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether travel is included
Also near Wickham Common
More for events in Wickham Common
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards