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BBQ Catering for Elstead
Planning a barbecue in Elstead and do not want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Evening wedding food
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BBQ catering in Elstead, cooked on site
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Elstead, under cover, and our staff serve and clear. We’re frequently asked to cater team days and staff summer parties and sports clubs and team events, serving beef burgers, sausages and beef brisket.
Barbecues around Elstead are frequently relaxed garden affairs. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so you do not need to find grills or tongs.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
Elstead questions
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’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Could you cook in Thundry Meadows?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Do you cover Elstead?
Yes, Elstead is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
How do you handle food safety?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
We cook under cover, so the season does not stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, served in a roll or with sides.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Barbecue venues around Elstead
Elstead is about 4 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Elstead is well within our area for events. We cover 395 places across Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 7 miles away.
Thinking of a barbecue in Thundry Meadows? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, typically the council’s. For a fundraiser at a school like St James CofE Aided Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Elstead. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Here we cover the GU8 postcode area. Whether your event is on Springfield, Orchard Close and Back Lane or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. If your venue is just outside Elstead, we also cover Charleshill (1 mile north-west), Tilford (2 miles west), Tilford Common (2 miles west), Thursley (2 miles south) and Rushmoor (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles north-east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Farnham (4 miles north-west), Frimley (9 miles north) and Haslemere (7 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Milford Hospital (3.4 miles east) and Seale and Tongham (2.7 miles north-west). Within reach you’ll find Culverswell Hill and Upper Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Woolpack pub (less than half a mile north-west)
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests don’t eat pork. A hog roast is the bigger spectacle, so for bigger events, why not both?. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why Elstead hosts choose us
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Sides to make it a full meal
Read our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
What affects the price in Elstead
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to Elstead
- Crockery choices
- The number of people
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
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How it works
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. For an evening barbecue in Elstead, think about light: it’s light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Include children in your numbers
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or GU8 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A clear way in from where we park
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Elstead
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
Why choose BBQ catering in Elstead?
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Elstead. Some of the most common are:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Fundraising days
- Club open days
- Street parties
Churches such as Church of St James rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
Comparing caterers
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards