Brighton and Hove · England
Event Catering for Hove
Hot, hearty food for your event in Hove: from our roaster and grill.
- Milestone birthdays
- Wakes
- Care home days
Planning an event in Hove?
Allergies and dietary needs
Not everyone eats pork, so plan an alternative. A few pointers:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
Event catering in Hove, cooked on site
A carved hog roast is the showpiece; a barbecue gives more variety. For bigger events in Hove, many hosts have both, and we will suggest the right mix for your guests. We are frequently asked to cater Fêtes, fairs and school events and wedding breakfasts and evening food, with halloumi skewers, hog roast rolls with crackling and beef brisket.
Plenty of events in Hove happen at home, in the garden or on the drive, where a hog roast or barbecue saves anyone cooking. Tell us about access to the garden. Our staff serve and clear, so you can enjoy the event.
- Where
- Hove (BN3, BN1, BN52)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- What we cook
- Hog roast, BBQ or both
- Extras
- Halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve), salads and potatoes
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Caterers in Hove: venues and local tips
Hove is about 2 miles west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Thinking about caterers in Hove? We cover the whole area. Hove is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove we cover.
If the day starts at a church like Holy Trinity Church, the food can be ready at a reception venue close by. If guests are travelling by rail, Hove has its own station, Hove station. Hove is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, with plenty of countryside venues nearby. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules for outside caterers and cooking, so check with yours. With the coast within about 2 miles of Hove, wind is worth planning for: we choose a sheltered cooking spot and secure our cover.
Wherever your event is in BN3, BN1 and BN52, we can bring the roaster to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Farm Road, York Road and Aymer Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Being close to the A270 and A2023, Hove is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-west), Brighton (2 miles east), Shoreham-by-Sea (4 miles west), Lewes (8 miles east) and Burgess Hill (9 miles north). As one of the bigger places in Brighton and Hove, Hove has lots of places with room for a hog roast.
Other landmarks nearby include British Engineerium (0.9 miles north) and Montefiore Hospital (0.7 miles east). Open spaces near Hove include Whitehawk Hill and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Drive Prep School (under half a mile north-east) and Hove Park School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Urchin pub (within half a mile south-west)
How we price your catering
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The number of people
- The date and time of year
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to Hove
A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, because one whole roast feeds plenty of people. Extras, china and longer service add to it.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any extras, such as lamb, chicken or china
- The venue or postcode
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Other occasions in Hove
About the food
Crackling
Crackling is what people queue for: golden, crunchy and salty.
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
FAQs for Hove
Which station is closest to Hove?
Hove station, in Hove itself.
How far is Hove from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do halal?
No. If guests need halal, arrange that separately.
Do you cater large events?
Yes. A hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and for big events many hosts add a barbecue. Give us rough numbers and the serving time and we’ll plan the service.
Does the venue need a kitchen?
No kitchen needed: we just need a level, open spot outside.
Can you cater in Hove?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Hove and Brighton and Hove. Send us the address for a quote.
Do you only do hog roasts?
Not at all: there is a full barbecue menu as well, with vegetarian and vegan options on each.
Do you supply china?
Yes, plates are included. China is available on request.
How it works
We cook outdoors under cover, so a shower won’t stop the food, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. In December, sunset in Hove is about 3:55pm, so think about lights and shelter for guests.
- First, you send us the occasion, date, venue and numbers.
- We recommend a menu and send a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time and set up under cover.
- At serving time, the chef cooks and the team serves.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
How to prepare
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Send final numbers in good time
Ask for a quote
When you are weighing up caterers, check what each quote actually includes. We spell it out in ours. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
How we compare with other caterers
Compared with a caterer who drops food off, we stay, cook and serve, then clear the serving area. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book us in Hove
- Hog roast and BBQ menus
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Cooked where you are
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work for our catering with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A green light from whoever owns the site
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Clearance from walls, tents and overhanging branches
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Spit-roast lamb
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Salads
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Potatoes
- Rotisserie chicken
- Beef brisket
Perfect for your event in Hove
Everything cooked at your venue
Whatever the occasion in Hove, a hog roast feeds a crowd well. We are often asked to cater:
- Milestone birthdays
- Residents’ days
- Location shoots
- Corporate days
Schools such as St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School frequently need caterers for summer fairs and sports days.
Before you book anyone
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether plates or china are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Cooked where you are, slowly, over several hours outdoors
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards