Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Wittensford, Hampshire
Want a barbecue in Wittensford without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Evening wedding food
- Retirement do’s
Planning an event in Wittensford?
BBQ catering for your event in Wittensford
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. We are frequently asked to cater summer parties in the garden and birthdays and milestone parties, with coleslaw, sausages and chicken skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Wittensford makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Why choose BBQ catering in Wittensford?
Can be paired with a hog roast
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Summer staff days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Charity fundraisers
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Ashurst New Forest station, about 3.8 miles south-east.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- The full menu and the sides
- Allergen information for every dish
Planning a barbecue in Wittensford
Wittensford is about 4 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. We cater events of every size in Wittensford. Wittensford is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 9 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Wittensford are Landford Manor (4.2 miles north). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. Wittensford is within about 4 miles of the New Forest National Park, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
For events in SO43, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Cadnam (1 mile east), Newbridge (1 mile north-east), Minstead (2 miles south), Bartley (2 miles east) and Copythorne (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (11 miles east), Totton (4 miles east), Chandler's Ford (10 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles east) and Lymington (12 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3 miles east). Open spaces near Wittensford include Copythorne Common.
- Nearby, you’ll find Sir John Barleycorn Inn (0.5 miles east)
For event organisers in Wittensford
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
More for events in Wittensford
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A clear way in from where we park
- Space for our vehicle nearby
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Wittensford
Which station is closest to Wittensford?
The closest is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 3.8 miles away.
Is Wittensford 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.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you cater in Wittensford?
We do. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area, so there’s very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
What do children generally eat?
Burgers and sausages are normally the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
What happens on the day
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower will not stop it, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. Evening barbecues in Wittensford need a little planning: it is light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- 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 clear up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Getting a price
Send us the date, the address or SO43 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why us?
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Served at the time you choose
See how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
What comes off the grill
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, alongside the other meats.
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite.
What BBQ catering costs
We don’t use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Site access
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: send us your details through our quote form.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards