Buckinghamshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Elmhurst, Buckinghamshire
A catered barbecue for your event in Elmhurst: cooked outdoors under cover and served by our team, so you can enjoy the day.
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising barbecues
- Family celebrations
BBQ catering in Elmhurst
BBQ catering in Elmhurst, served hot
For bigger events in Elmhurst, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, so there is a centrepiece and plenty of choice. Ask and we will quote for both. On the menu are sausages, chicken skewers and beef brisket, and we’re often booked for family celebrations and birthdays and milestone parties.
Around Elmhurst, a garden with room to spare is all you need. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Location
- Elmhurst (HP20, HP19, HP21)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Elmhurst
Your quote depends on:
- Plates or china
- The journey to the venue
- How many people are eating
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
It’s easy to get a price: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Elmhurst
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- An itemised quote
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Take a look at how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Common questions in Elmhurst
How far is Elmhurst from London?
About 38 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to Elmhurst?
Aylesbury station, about 0.9 miles south of the centre.
What if it rains?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Yes, generally: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Let us know about allergies before the day.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
What comes off the grill
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so nobody misses out.
What happens on the day
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then our chef cooks and the team serves for as long as we have agreed. A summer barbecue in Elmhurst stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Include children in your numbers
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
Running late? Let us know, and we will adjust where we can.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Places near Elmhurst
Also in Elmhurst
Where the barbecue can go in Elmhurst
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Salads
Organising for someone else?
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
A catered BBQ in Elmhurst: what to know
Elmhurst is about 1 mile north-east of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Events in Elmhurst are part of our patch. We bring barbecues to 263 places in Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Milton Keynes, about 15 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Aylesbury station is about 0.9 miles away. If the day starts at a church like Church of St Mary, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Elmhurst is within about 6 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We cater events across the HP20, HP19 and HP21 postcode area. Streets in the area include Cock Lane, Vale Road and Manor Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. You will find Elmhurst on the A4157, so it is easy for us to reach with the equipment. If your venue is just outside Elmhurst, we also cover New Zealand (1 mile west), Watermead (1 mile north), Aylesbury (1 mile south-west), Queens Park (1 mile south) and Quarrendon Estate (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as High Wycombe (14 miles south), Chesham (12 miles south-east), Buckingham (14 miles north-west), Amersham (14 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (7 miles south) and Haddenham (6 miles south-west). As one of the bigger places in Buckinghamshire, Elmhurst has lots of places with room for a barbecue.
A little further out are Roald Dahl Children's Gallery (0.7 miles south-west) and Tindal Centre (within half a mile south-east).
- Local schools include Stocklake Park Community School (0.5 miles south) and Aylesbury Grammar School (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include The New Zealand pub (within half a mile west)
Who books BBQ catering in Elmhurst?
Cooked on site, served hot
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Elmhurst and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Work barbecues
- Fundraising barbecues
- Informal weddings
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Elmhurst School, frequently want a barbecue.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- If the price includes VAT
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away