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BBQ Catering for Wivelsfield
A barbecue in Wivelsfield, without you at the grill: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Evening wedding food
- Big birthday parties
- Community fun days
BBQ catering for Wivelsfield
BBQ catering for your event in Wivelsfield
A home barbecue means hours at the grill and a pile of washing up. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can spend the time with your guests. Typical bookings include summer parties in the garden and birthdays and milestone parties, with coleslaw, pulled pork and chicken skewers.
Country barbecues near Wivelsfield are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
- Location
- Wivelsfield (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What BBQ catering costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Travel to Wivelsfield
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
- Crockery choices
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Dietary requirements
- Where the event is
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Nearby places to Wivelsfield
Other occasions in Wivelsfield
Wivelsfield: your questions answered
Can you do a barbecue at a venue 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 Wivelsfield close to London?
About 37 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Midweek dates are typically easier to get. Use our quote form.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We will confirm details when we quote.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Most events pick three or four.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Ask and we will quote for the mix.
Do you provide china?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Working with your venue
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the grill
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, for guests who prefer chicken.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Barbecues in Wivelsfield: gardens, clubs and local tips
Wivelsfield is about 2 miles east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Wivelsfield and the surrounding area are covered for events. Wivelsfield is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Wivelsfield to Brighton (9 miles away).
Churches such as Ote Hall Chapel rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Wivelsfield Primary School, frequently want a barbecue. Wivelsfield is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over the RH17 postcode area and the streets around it. Your event could be at a house on Blackmores, Ditchling Road and Green Road or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Wivelsfield Green (1 mile east), Ditchling Common (1 mile south), Haywards Heath (2 miles north), Scaynes Hill (2 miles north-east) and Plumpton Green (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Crawley (11 miles north-west), Horsham (12 miles north-west), East Grinstead (12 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west), Lancing (14 miles south-west) and Broadfield (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find St Francis Hospital (1.6 miles north) and Burgess Hill Museum (1.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Wivelsfield includes Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Ditchling Beacon.
- Nearby schools include The Burgess Hill Academy (2.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Royal Oak pub (within half a mile south-west)
Events we cater in Wivelsfield
Meat-free choices that aren’t an afterthought
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Informal weddings
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Family celebrations
- Fundraising days
Within reach of Wivelsfield are historic houses such as Ockenden Manor (3.6 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
What your quote should include
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Travel and any London charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What the price includes, item by item
What happens on the day
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. At midsummer, it’s light in Wivelsfield until about 9:20pm, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- 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 clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Let us know about tight access
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Gather dietary requirements early
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Planned to your running order
Read our pricing and BBQ menu ideas.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards