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BBQ Catering in Worth Abbey
A barbecue in Worth Abbey, without you at the grill: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Summer staff days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Birthdays and milestone parties
BBQ catering for Worth Abbey
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Worth Abbey
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
BBQ catering in Worth Abbey, cooked on site
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Worth Abbey. We serve beef brisket, pulled pork and coleslaw, and we are regularly asked to cater retirement do’s and school fairs and summer fêtes.
Country barbecues near Worth Abbey are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Worth Abbey (RH10)
- County
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Your questions about a catered barbecue in Worth Abbey
How far is Worth Abbey from London?
Roughly 28 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cater at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Is the food cooked safely?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Is clearing up included?
We tidy the serving area, so there is very little washing up. China is available on request.
What do children typically eat?
Generally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
How far ahead should we book a barbecue?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Send us your details through our quote form.
Do you offer halal meat?
We don’t. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it; our vegetarian and vegan options are available.
What affects the price in Worth Abbey
The price comes down to:
- Crockery choices
- Access to the cooking area
- Numbers
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Getting an accurate quote
When you enquire, it helps to include:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The venue or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Step by step
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. Sunset in Worth Abbey is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
How to prepare
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Include children in your numbers
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or RH10 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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Who books BBQ catering in Worth Abbey?
Six meats to choose from
In Worth Abbey, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Retirement do’s
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Big birthday parties
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Three Bridges station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- Whether plates or china are included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Any travel or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and it does not need a kitchen. Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why Worth Abbey hosts choose us
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Served at the time you choose
Read how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
A catered BBQ in Worth Abbey: what to know
Worth Abbey is about 3 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Hosts in Worth Abbey book us for events of all sizes. Worth Abbey is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 18 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Oriel High School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. Nearby historic houses include Gravetye Manor (2.5 miles east) and Priest House (2.8 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Worth Abbey, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Anywhere in RH10, we can bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Worth Abbey, we cover Balcombe Lane (2 miles south-west), Furnace Green (2 miles west), Balcombe (3 miles south), Pease Pottage (4 miles west) and Staplefield (5 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (3 miles west), Horsham (9 miles west), Haywards Heath (7 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (5 miles north-east) and Broadfield (4 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find County Mall (3.4 miles west) and Crawley Hospital (4 miles west). The countryside around Worth Abbey includes Tilgate Lake.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there’s a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so nobody misses out.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
After service, our staff clear up, leaving the spot tidy.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away