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Barbecue Catering in Horley, Surrey
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in Horley. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Summer staff days
Book a BBQ in Horley
BBQ catering in Horley, cooked on site
From the grill come burgers, sausages and chicken skewers, and pulled pork, brisket and ribs make it a proper feast. You choose the mix that suits your event. We are frequently asked to cater birthdays and milestone parties and summer parties in the garden, with chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and sausages.
In a town like Horley, a garden barbecue is a summer favourite, and a club or hall with outdoor space works if the garden is small. All we need is a level spot with clearance. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
Space, access and the venue
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what helps:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the grill
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
Other occasions in Horley
What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who do not eat pork or beef a meat option.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch, especially at a wedding or work event.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Some ideas:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book with us
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Timed around your day
Read our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
What affects the price in Horley
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Who books BBQ catering in Horley?
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Horley and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Family celebrations
- Street parties
- Community fun days
- Charity fundraisers
Coming by train? Horley station is about 0.8 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Any travel or access charges
- How dietary needs are handled
Horley barbecues: local tips
Horley is about 5 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. Planning a catered barbecue in Horley? We can help. We cater all 395 towns and villages across Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 18 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as Horley Infant School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. If the day starts at a church like St Wilfrid's Church, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Horley is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
This part of Surrey takes in RH6, so your event can be anywhere in it. From Station Road, High Street and Church Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Horley is on the A23 and B2036, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. For events just outside Horley, we cover Hookwood (1 mile south-west), Fernhill (2 miles south-east), Burstow (2 miles south-east), Smallfield (2 miles east) and Shipley Bridge (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (12 miles north), Redhill (4 miles north), Ewell (13 miles north), Reigate (4 miles north), Caterham (8 miles north-east) and Dorking (8 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in Surrey, Horley has lots of places with room for a barbecue.
Other landmarks nearby include Reigate Castle (4.5 miles north) and East Surrey Hospital (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath.
- Nearby schools include Oakwood School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Bull pub (less than half a mile west)
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Horley
How far is Horley from London?
About 22 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to Horley?
The closest is Horley station, roughly 0.8 miles away.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
What do children generally eat?
Generally, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
Can you do halal?
We do not offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
We do. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option, cooked separately from the meat.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. With salads and potatoes, it’s a proper meal on a plate; ask about china if you’d like it.
Step by step
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves for as long as we’ve agreed. A summer barbecue in Horley stays light until about 9:20pm 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
Getting a price
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and 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