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Barbecue Catering in Hatchford, Surrey
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Hatchford? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Big birthday parties
- Informal weddings
- Team days and staff summer parties
Planning an event in Hatchford?
BBQ catering for your event in Hatchford
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Hatchford, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. On the menu are sausages, coleslaw and chicken skewers, and we’re regularly asked to cater relaxed weddings and evening receptions and summer parties in the garden.
Near Hatchford, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so everyone has something hot.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, which keeps the queue moving.
Where the barbecue can go in Hatchford
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what we look for:
- A green light from whoever owns the site
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- Parking near the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
Questions from Hatchford
Which station is closest to Hatchford?
The closest is Effingham Junction station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
Can you do a barbecue in The Forest and the Highlands?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Ask them first.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Do you offer halal meat?
We do not offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Do you come to Hatchford?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Hatchford and Surrey. Send us the address for a quote.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, quoted separately.
Who books BBQ catering in Hatchford?
Six meats to choose from
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Neighbourhood parties
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising barbecues
- Birthdays and milestone parties
For guests coming by train, Effingham Junction station, about 1.3 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel and any London charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
For event organisers in Hatchford
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Barbecue venues around Hatchford
Hatchford is about 5 miles south of Weybridge, in Surrey. Hosts in Hatchford book us for events of all sizes. Hatchford is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Hatchford to Guildford (7 miles away).
If you had The Forest and the Highlands in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are often restricted in parks. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like St Matthew's CofE Aided Infant School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Hatchford, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over the KT11 postcode area and the streets around it. Close by, we cover events in Martyr's Green (1 mile south-west), Hatchford End (1 mile west), Downside (1 mile east), Wisley (2 miles north-west) and Byfleet (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles south-west), Woking (6 miles west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (7 miles east), Horley (15 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Send and Ripley History Society Museum (2.7 miles west) and Woking Community Hospital (5.3 miles west). Within reach you will find Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
- Nearby, you will find The Black Swan pub (within half a mile south-west)
Step by step
With cover over the grill, the weather rarely holds us up, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. By late September, sunset in Hatchford is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 3:55pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- It starts with 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.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Name a contact for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
How to get a price
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
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A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a fixed venue menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself, and eat outdoors. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- A full barbecue menu
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Planned to your running order
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
See our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
What BBQ catering costs
The price comes down to:
- Plates or china
- The journey to the venue
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What to tell us
These are the details we need:
- An estimate of numbers
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The date and time of the event
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards