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Barbecue Catering in Ockley, Surrey
Hot off the grill at your event in Ockley: burgers, sausages, chicken skewers and ribs, plus sides, served by our staff.
- Informal weddings
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
BBQ catering for Ockley
Planning a barbecue in Ockley
Ockley is about 6 miles north of Horsham, in Surrey. We cater events of every size in Ockley. Ockley is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Ockley to Guildford (about 11 miles away).
If you had Wallis Wood in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are frequently restricted in parks. After a christening at a church such as St John's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Ockley. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Anywhere in RH5, we can cook on site for your guests. Streets in the area include Prideaux Gardens, Stane Street and Friday Street, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Other places close to Ockley we cover include Paynes Green (1 mile south), Capel (2 miles east), Forest Green (2 miles north-west), Coldharbour (2 miles north) and Kingsfold (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles north-west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north), Horley (9 miles east), Redhill (10 miles north-east) and Ewell (15 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Horsham Hospital (5.5 miles south) and Abinger Castle (4.3 miles north-west). The countryside around Ockley includes Warnham LNR and Leith Hill.
- Local pubs include The Cricketers Arms Public House (within half a mile south-west)
BBQ catering for your event in Ockley
In Ockley, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. With us cooking, nobody you know spends the afternoon at the grill. For 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, we can cook chicken skewers, beef burgers and sausages for your guests.
Country barbecues near Ockley are hard to beat on a summer evening. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
What the cooking area needs
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what helps:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A spot well clear of buildings
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
For planners, venues and organisers
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll work around it where possible.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who do not eat pork or beef a meat option, cooked until it’s hot all the way through.
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book our barbecue in Ockley
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- An itemised quote
- Add a hog roast alongside
Ockley: your questions answered
How far is Ockley from London?
Roughly 27 miles from the centre of London.
Can you do a barbecue in Wallis Wood?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
What happens after service?
We pack everything away after service, and we take our equipment with us.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Plan shelter for your guests.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
Do you cover Ockley?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Ockley and Surrey. Send us the address for a quote.
Do you need anything from us?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Tell us what’s available on site and we will confirm the rest when we quote.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before service, so the barbecue is ready when you are. The smell soon brings people over. A summer barbecue in Ockley stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We pack away and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
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What else we do in Ockley
Why choose BBQ catering in Ockley?
Cooked on site, served hot
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Ockley. Popular choices:
- Community fun days
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Leaving parties
Coming by train? The nearest station is Ockley station, about 1.2 miles east.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- VAT, if it applies
- What the price includes, item by item
- The menu, including sides and any extras
How we price a catered barbecue
The biggest factors are:
- Distance from us
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- Site access
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we will ask:
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away