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BBQ Catering for Dorking
Give your guests a catered BBQ at your event in Dorking. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Family celebrations
- Informal weddings
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Planning an event in Dorking?
BBQ catering in Dorking, served hot
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. Typical bookings include charity fundraisers and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, with coleslaw, BBQ ribs and halloumi skewers.
Garden barbecues are a classic in Dorking, and a club or hall with outdoor space works if the garden is small. We need a level spot away from the house. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A spot well clear of buildings
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Dorking
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Access to the cooking area
- The journey to the venue
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Rough numbers
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Dorking
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
Hosts in Dorking book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Evening wedding food
- Club open days
- Work barbecues
- Charity fundraisers
Parks such as Deepdene Terrace often have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first.
Questions to ask before you book
- If the price includes VAT
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Allergen information for every dish
For event organisers in Dorking
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team.
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FAQs for Dorking
Which station is closest to Dorking?
The closest is Dorking Deepdene station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
How far is Dorking from London?
Roughly 21 miles from the centre of London.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll confirm details when we quote.
Can you cater in Dorking?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Dorking and Surrey. Send us the address for a quote.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we’ll check.
The menu, dish by dish
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite.
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, in a roll or with sides.
Barbecues in Dorking: gardens, clubs and local tips
Dorking is about 10 miles north-west of Crawley, in Surrey. We are happy to travel to Dorking for events. Dorking is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 11 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Dorking Deepdene station, about 0.6 miles north. For a fundraiser at a school like St Paul's CofE (Aided) Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Dorking is within about 2 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Events anywhere in RH4 and RH5 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and London Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Main roads around Dorking include the A24 and A25, which makes travel to your event easy. We also bring barbecues to events in Pixham (1 mile north-east), North Holmwood (1 mile south), Westhumble (2 miles north), Westcott (2 miles west) and Blackbrook (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (12 miles north-west), Epsom (8 miles north), Horley (8 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (9 miles north).
A little further out are Mesolithic Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Headley Court (4.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath and Box Hill.
- Schools near Dorking include The Ashcombe School (0.6 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Wheatsheaf Public House (within half a mile north-west)
- Local facilities include Pippbrook House (0.5 miles north)
The process
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we will work around it. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it is flexible. Evening barbecues in Dorking 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.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, barbecue food is hot and cooked to order. What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why Dorking hosts choose us
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Planned to your running order
- Our staff serve and clear
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards