Buckinghamshire · England
BBQ Catering for Great Missenden
A barbecue in Great Missenden, without you at the grill: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Street parties
- Family celebrations
- Leaving parties
A barbecue near Great Missenden
What happens on the day
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. Sunset in Great Missenden is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- 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 clear up so you do not have to.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Ask for a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
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How our BBQ catering works in Great Missenden
In Great Missenden, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Popular choices include pulled pork, beef brisket and beef burgers, and typical bookings are for team days and staff summer parties and birthdays and milestone parties.
Country barbecues near Great Missenden are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. Plates come as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Area
- Great Missenden (HP16)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether you want china
- Travel to Great Missenden
- How many people are eating
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Dietary requirements
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll adjust where we can.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
A closer look at the menu
Beef burgers
Burgers cook quickly on the grill, which helps at busy times alongside the slow-cooked meats.
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
A catered BBQ in Great Missenden: what to know
Great Missenden is about 4 miles west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. Hosts in Great Missenden book us for events of all sizes. Great Missenden is one of 263 places in Buckinghamshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Reading, about 21 miles away.
Within reach of Great Missenden are historic houses such as Hughenden Manor (4.2 miles south-west) and Cholesbury Manor House (4.2 miles north-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. Coming by train? Great Missenden has its own station, Great Missenden station. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about a mile of Great Missenden, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in HP16, so your event can be anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on High Street, London Road and Station Approach or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hunt's Green (2 miles north), Wendover Dean (2 miles north-west), Lee Gate (3 miles north), Great Hampden (3 miles west) and Kingsash (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Aylesbury (9 miles north-west), High Wycombe (5 miles south), Chesham (4 miles east), Marlow (9 miles south), Amersham (5 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (7 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Hawridge Court (4.5 miles north-east) and Chiltern Hospital (1.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Great Missenden includes Coombe Hill and Prestwood Local Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Great Missenden include Missenden Abbey Adult Education College (within half a mile south-east) and Misbourne School (under half a mile south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Cross Keys Public House (within half a mile north-east)
Who books BBQ catering in Great Missenden?
Cooked on site, served hot
In Great Missenden and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Family celebrations
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
Churches such as Church of Saints Peter and Paul rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
Questions to ask before booking
- What crockery is supplied
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether travel is included
- If the price includes VAT
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why book our barbecue in Great Missenden
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Planned to your running order
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
See how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Questions from Great Missenden
Do you cater at venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Which station is closest to Great Missenden?
Great Missenden station, in Great Missenden itself.
Is the food cooked safely?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Should we have every meat?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Can you do halal?
No. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V) and a vegan burger or sausage (Ve). Let us know how many to expect.
Can you cater in Great Missenden?
Yes, Great Missenden is in our area. Send us the address and we’ll confirm availability.
Planning the cooking spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
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What else we do in Great Missenden
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards