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Barbecue Catering in Hindhead, Surrey
Want a barbecue in Hindhead without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, from burgers to brisket.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Family celebrations
Book a BBQ in Hindhead
A catered BBQ in Hindhead: what to know
Hindhead is about 7 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. We’re happy to travel to Hindhead for events and the places nearby. We bring barbecues to all 395 towns and villages in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 12 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as St Edmund's School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. Churches such as Church of St Luke rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. Hindhead is within about a mile of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Here we cover the GU26 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. We can cater an event on streets such as Moorlands Close, Hatchlands Drive and Glenville Gardens or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Being close to the A333, Hindhead is easy for us to reach for your event. Nearby, we also cater events in Grayshott (1 mile west), Nutcombe (1 mile south), Beacon Hill (1 mile north-west), Whitmoor Vale (2 miles north-west) and Green Cross (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles north-east), Camberley (15 miles north), Farnham (7 miles north), Frimley (14 miles north), Cranleigh (11 miles east) and Ash (9 miles north).
A little further out are Haslemere and District Hospital (2 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Gibbet Hill and Lynchmere Commons.
- Schools near Hindhead include Beacon Hill Community Primary School (0.9 miles north-west) and Woolmer Hill School (1.5 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Fox & Pelican pub (0.7 miles west)
How our BBQ catering works in Hindhead
There’s more to a catered barbecue 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 serve sausages, chicken skewers and beef burgers, and typical bookings are for back-garden get-togethers and evening wedding food.
Near Hindhead, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How it works
On the day, we set up the barbecue on the agreed spot, put the cover up and get it hot. From there, we cook as your guests come up, worked around your serving time. For an evening barbecue in Hindhead, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:05pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Before we arrive
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
Ask for a quote
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or GU26 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Request gluten-free rolls
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we will adjust where we can.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
FAQs for Hindhead
Which station is closest to Hindhead?
The closest is Haslemere station, roughly 1.9 miles away.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area. Ask if you’d like china.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
What do you need from the venue?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We’ll confirm details when we quote.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it is always worth asking: use our quote form.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Perfect for your event in Hindhead
Add a hog roast for bigger events
In Hindhead and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Summer staff days
- Fundraising barbecues
- Garden parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
For guests coming by train, Haslemere station is about 1.9 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel or access charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Whether plates or china are included
About the food
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table; have napkins ready.
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are grilled on site and served in a bun, hot off the barbecue.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of a takeaway delivery, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Served at the time you choose
- An itemised quote
- A full barbecue menu
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
What BBQ catering costs
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Whether you want china
- Season and day of the week
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- An estimate of numbers
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
If you are a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
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Also in Hindhead
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards