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Barbecue Catering in Rowly, Surrey
Treat your guests to a proper barbecue at your event in Rowly. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Informal weddings
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
BBQ catering in Rowly
About our BBQ catering in Rowly
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, while you look after your guests. For reunions and family get-togethers and leaving and retirement parties, we can cook BBQ ribs, coleslaw and chicken skewers and more.
A barbecue in the countryside near Rowly makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself. What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book our barbecue in Rowly
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Six meats to choose from
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- No surprises: everything in writing
Take a look at how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
Nearby places to Rowly
More for events in Rowly
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
Barbecue venues around Rowly
Rowly is about 7 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Rowly is well within our area for events. Rowly is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Rowly to Guildford (7 miles away).
A green space like Cucknell's Wood is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so. Historic houses near Rowly include Chilworth Manor (4.3 miles north). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Rowly, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Here we cover the GU6 and GU5 postcode area. From Guildford Road, Strathavon Close and Smithwood Avenue or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Stroud Common (1 mile north), Elmbridge Village (1 mile south), Grafham (2 miles west), Shamley Green (2 miles north-west) and Birtley Green (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles north-west), Woking (11 miles north), Camberley (15 miles north-west), Horley (15 miles east), Farnham (13 miles west) and Reigate (14 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Milford Hospital (5.2 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Lower Lake and St Martha's Hill and Colyer's Hanger.
What comes off the grill
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is slow-cooked until it falls apart, piled into rolls, often with coleslaw.
Chicken skewers
For anyone avoiding pork or beef, chicken skewers are the answer.
FAQs for Rowly
How far is Rowly from London?
Roughly 29 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cater at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is clearing up included?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we’ll suggest a split.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
How do you handle food safety?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Travel to Rowly
- Whether you want china
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Site access
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
- Roughly how many people
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
How the day works
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, so your event carries on around us. We will place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. Autumn and winter barbecues in Rowly get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Getting ready for the day
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Name a contact for the day
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or GU6 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose BBQ catering in Rowly?
Hot food straight off the grill
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Summer parties in the garden
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Glebelands School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- A clear list of what’s included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
For event organisers in Rowly
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces can work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the grill
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards