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BBQ Catering in Downside
BBQ catering in Downside: our chef cooks on site, with burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Informal weddings
- Community fun days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
BBQ catering in Downside
BBQ catering in Downside, cooked on site
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. We’re often asked to cater close and cul-de-sac parties and engagement and anniversary parties, with sausages, beef burgers and BBQ ribs.
A barbecue in the countryside near Downside makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Our staff serve and clear, so you are not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book our barbecue in Downside
- A full barbecue menu
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at our pricing and our barbecue menu ideas.
What BBQ catering costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- Plates or china
- Travel to Downside
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.
What to tell us
When you enquire, please mention:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies we should know about
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Downside
Food safety taken care of
Hosts in Downside book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Informal weddings
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Club open days
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like St Matthew's CofE Aided Infant School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
Before you book anyone
- How dietary needs are handled
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Any travel or access charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Towns and villages near Downside
Also in Downside
Where the barbecue can go in Downside
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A green light from whoever owns the site
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
Downside questions
How far is Downside from London?
About 19 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cater at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Usually, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Give us a rough number of children.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
The process
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the start, which keeps the queue moving. Evening barbecues in Downside need a little planning: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Send final numbers in good time
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
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Downside barbecues: local tips
Downside is about 4 miles west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. We cater events of every size in Downside. We cater 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Downside to Guildford (about 8 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as St Michael's Chapel, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Nearby historic houses include Byfleet Manor (2.7 miles north-west) and The Homewood (2.8 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Downside is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
This part of Surrey takes in KT11, so your event can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Downside Common, Downsview Close and Deacon Close, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hatchford (1 mile west), Martyr's Green (1 mile south-west), Hatchford End (2 miles west), Whiteley Village (3 miles north) and Wisley (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (8 miles south-west), Woking (7 miles west), Camberley (14 miles west), Epsom (6 miles east), Horley (14 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Epsom Cottage Hospital (5.1 miles north-east) and Send and Ripley History Society Museum (3.8 miles west). The countryside around Downside includes Jubilee Wood and Boldermere Lake.
- Local schools include Parkside School (1.2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Plough Public House (0.7 miles north)
A closer look at the menu
Beef brisket
Brisket makes a barbecue feel like a proper meal, especially at a wedding or work event.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Request gluten-free rolls
Slow-cooked meats such as pulled pork and brisket are ready to serve from the start, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards