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Barbecue Catering in Compton, Surrey
Hosting a barbecue in Compton without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Street parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
BBQ catering for Compton
About our BBQ catering in Compton
Whether it’s twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Give us an idea of numbers and we’ll suggest a menu. Typical bookings include evening wedding food and leaving parties, with halloumi skewers, BBQ ribs and pulled pork.
A barbecue in the countryside near Compton makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
Questions from Compton
What’s the nearest station to Compton?
The closest is Farnham station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
How far is Compton from London?
Roughly 35 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, at your event, on a spot we agree with you. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: send us your details through our quote form.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
Where the barbecue can go in Compton
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A green light from whoever owns the site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Compton
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- New potatoes
Barbecues in Compton: gardens, clubs and local tips
Compton is about 1 mile east of Farnham, in Surrey. We cater events of every size in Compton. We bring barbecues to all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 9 miles away.
Coming by train? The nearest station is Farnham station, about 1.3 miles west. Churches such as St Marys Parish Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. Compton is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Here we cover the GU10 and GU9 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Local streets include Moor Park Lane, Compton Way and Moor Park Way; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Runfold (1 mile east), The Sands (1 mile east), Badshot Lea (1 mile north), Farnham (1 mile west) and Sandy Cross (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (7 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Farnham Castle (1.8 miles west) and Seale and Tongham (1.8 miles east). Open spaces near Compton include Runfold Wood and Culverswell Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Shepherd & Flock pub (0.9 miles north-west)
Also near Compton
Other occasions in Compton
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, so the event carries on around us.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
What comes off the grill
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, which keeps the queue moving.
What BBQ catering costs
We work out each quote from:
- Site access
- Whether you want china
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Please include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rough numbers
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Your date and serving time
Send us the date, the address or GU10 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Who books BBQ catering in Compton?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Fundraising days
For a fundraiser at a school like South Farnham School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
Before you book anyone
- Whether travel is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Whether VAT is included
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
What happens on the day
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. After service, we clear up and pack away. Evening barbecues in Compton need a little planning: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Getting a price
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
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Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why Compton hosts choose us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Six meats to choose from
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
See our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards