catering for outside events
Outdoor catering
flexible outside catering for any event
Professional Catering For Outdoor Events
We provide outdoor catering for all types of events including festivals, concerts, sporting events, corporate functions, public events and more.Our mobile food units make outdoor catering fast, simple and completely self-contained.
Our food vans can be hired individually or combined into a complete outdoor food court for large events. We offer a variety of catering options, including BBQ food, Chinese, Fish and Chips, German Sausages, Greek Gyros and many other street food favourites.
If you have any specific requests for your outdoor event catering menu, we are happy to source and serve any food or drink items unavailable on our standard menu.
Customisable Outside Catering
We offer fully customisable outside catering setups, including themed outdoor food courts and specialised menu lineups. Whether you want a world-cuisine street-food court or a fully vegan and vegetarian selection, we build a food experience that suits your event perfectly.
All produce is sourced from trusted local suppliers, and every ingredient is taste-tested to ensure exceptional quality and consistency.
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Highly Qualified Staff
Outside Event Catering Specialists
At British Event Catering we work to ensure your event runs as seamlessly as possible, all of our outdoor catering is completely self contained outside with no need to use any indoor facilities for your event.
We provide our own silent generators and water tanks along with any signage needed. All of our food units are provided with seating areas and for an additional charge we are able to erect marquees for a barrier against the typical British weather.
Our team of staff are highly qualified and fully trained to serve every event in the same professional manner. Our main focus is in the quality of our food and our hygiene standards which are constantly evolving.
Why Choose Us?
We tailor our outdoor catering to suit the style and needs of each event. Whether you’re organising a private party, public celebration, corporate function or community gathering, we create a food experience that complements the occasion perfectly.
Our flexible catering options include a wide selection of hot and cold food, ideal for outdoor settings where guests want quality food they can enjoy while mingling or on the move.
We know that great food makes a lasting impression, which is why we focus on quality, freshness and consistently positive customer feedback. Our extensive range of cuisine, from street food and world flavours to mobile bars and dessert units, means we can cater for all tastes and dietary needs.
You can explore our full list of mobile food units and catering services across our website.
Get in touch today to discuss your outdoor catering plans.
Food vans available for hire:
- The 6oz Burger Shack
- The Mexican Shack
- The Pork Shack
- The Noodle Shack
- Greek Gyros Shack
- German Sausage Shack
- Indian Wrap Shack
- Fish and Chip Shack
- Dirty Loaded Fries Shack
- The Pizza Shack
- Chips & Dips Shack
- Philly Cheesesteak Shack
- The Vegan Burger Shack
Mobile Bars for Outdoor Catering
In addition to food units we are also able to supply mobile bars for outside events, including the following:
- Pimm’s Bar – The perfect alcoholic refreshment for any summer event.
- Beer and Wine Bar – Our cash over the counter mobile bar, the first bar we offer to all of our events.
- Champagne Bar – Ideal for special events such as weddings and corporate events.
- Cocktail Bar – A selection of 5 both alcoholic and non alcoholic cocktails.
- Iced Drinks – A 2 metre trough filled with a variety of ice cold soft drinks.
We specialise in making your event special
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We are happy to help advise you on which services are most suited to your outdoor catering event, please contact us for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
We provide high-capacity outdoor catering for a diverse range of events, including major music festivals, agricultural shows, sporting fixtures, and large-scale corporate summer parties.
Whether it’s a village fete or a national stadium event, our units are designed to serve large crowds quickly without compromising on food quality.
Our mobile units are purpose-built to operate in all weather conditions.
We are fully self-sufficient and can provide marquees, heavy-duty flooring, and covered seating areas to ensure your guests stay dry and comfortable.
All our equipment is wind-rated and safety-tested for outdoor use in exposed locations.
Yes. We can deploy multiple themed catering units to create a vibrant street food village atmosphere.
From gourmet burgers and hog roasts to authentic noodles and traditional fish and chips, we offer a “multi-menu” approach that gives your guests a wide variety of high-quality dining options.
Absolutely.
We specialise in “off-grid” catering. Our units are equipped with their own silent power generators and onboard water supplies, meaning we can set up in open fields, parklands, or remote festival sites without requiring any existing on-site infrastructure.
Hygiene is our top priority.
Every one of our mobile kitchens holds a 5-star hygiene rating and operates under strict HACCP guidelines.
Our units are fully enclosed, easy to clean, and equipped with professional-grade refrigeration and hand-washing facilities to maintain the highest standards of food safety outdoors.
We provide full peace of mind for event organisers. We carry £5 million Public Liability and £10 million Employers’ Liability insurance.
Before any event, we supply a comprehensive safety pack including Risk Assessments, COSHH, and Gas/Electric safety certificates for every unit on site.
