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BBQ Catering for Merrow
Want a barbecue in Merrow without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, from burgers to brisket.
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Sports clubs and team events
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Book a BBQ in Merrow
BBQ catering for your event in Merrow
Whether it’s twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Give us an idea of numbers and we will suggest a menu. We are often asked to cater summer staff days and close and cul-de-sac parties, with halloumi skewers, coleslaw and beef burgers.
In a place like Merrow, a barbecue at home is typically the easiest option. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we will do the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Merrow
How far is Merrow from London?
About 26 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Merrow?
Clandon station, about 1.6 miles north-east of the centre.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. But ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We cook under cover, so rain is not a problem for the food. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service. Ask if you’d like china.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it’s always worth asking: use our quote form.
Space, access and the venue
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Parking near the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
What BBQ catering costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Crockery choices
- The journey to the venue
- Access to the cooking area
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
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.
Barbecues in Merrow: gardens, clubs and local tips
Merrow is about 2 miles east of Guildford, in Surrey. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Merrow? We can help. Merrow is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Churches such as Church of St John the Evangelist rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does. Historic houses near Merrow include Clandon Park (0.9 miles east) and Chilworth Manor (1.8 miles south). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Merrow. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over GU1 and GU4. That could mean an event in a garden on Park Lane, Grove Road and Wykeham Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Nearby, we also cater events in Burpham (1 mile north-west), Abbotswood (1 mile west), West Clandon (2 miles north-east), Guildford (2 miles west) and Chilworth (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Woking (5 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Farnham (12 miles west), Ewell (14 miles north-east) and Egham (13 miles north).
A little further out are Guildford Castle (2.1 miles south-west) and Surrey Infantry Museum (0.6 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find St Martha's Hill and Colyer's Hanger and Silent Pool.
- Nearby schools include St Peter's Catholic School (under half a mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Horse And Groom Public House (under half a mile south)
Nearby places to Merrow
What else we do in Merrow
Who books BBQ catering in Merrow?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Garden parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Neighbourhood parties
Thinking of a barbecue in Riverside Park? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, normally the council’s.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- The full menu and the sides
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Plates, china and cutlery
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
What happens on the day
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 have agreed. A summer barbecue in Merrow stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- 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.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or GU1 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with ordering takeaway, a barbecue becomes part of the event, with the smell drawing people over. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Six meats to choose from
Read how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
About the food
Chicken skewers
Skewers are easy to serve and easy to eat, on a plate or in a roll.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards