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Barbecue Catering in Shackleford, Surrey
Want a barbecue in Shackleford without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Fundraising days
- Leaving parties
BBQ catering in Shackleford
BBQ catering in Shackleford, cooked on site
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, because there’s beef, chicken and pork to choose from, plus halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Typical bookings include leaving and retirement parties and evening wedding food, with halloumi skewers, beef burgers and beef brisket.
Near Shackleford, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
What the cooking area needs
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
For planners, venues and organisers
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Towns and villages near Shackleford
Also in Shackleford
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask which items contain gluten
We get there well before service, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
Barbecues in Shackleford: gardens, clubs and local tips
Shackleford is about 5 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. We’re happy to travel to Shackleford for events and the places nearby. We bring barbecues to 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a fundraiser at a school like St Mary's CofE Voluntary Controlled Infant School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. If the day starts at a church like Church of St Mary, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Shackleford, 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.
Wherever your event is in GU8, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a house on The Street, Lombard Street and Chalk Lane or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Close by, we cover events in Hurtmore (1 mile east), Puttenham (2 miles north), Compton (2 miles north-east), Wanborough (2 miles north) and Binscombe (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (5 miles north-east), Woking (9 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Farnham (6 miles west), Dorking (15 miles east) and Frimley (8 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Charterhouse School Museum (1.8 miles east) and Milford Hospital (2.9 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Farncombe Wood and Hog's Back.
- Local schools include Prior's Field School (0.8 miles north-east)
- Local facilities include Seale and Tongham (3 miles north-west)
FAQs for Shackleford
Do you cater at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Could you cook in Middlebriars Wood?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
We cook under cover, so the season does not stop us. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
How soon do you get booked up?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: use our quote form.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are usually the children’s favourites, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Let us know numbers for children.
Do you offer halal meat?
We don’t offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- A full barbecue menu
- Planned to your running order
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
Read our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
What affects the price in Shackleford
Your quote depends on:
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What we need to know
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- Any venue rules
- The venue or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- Rough numbers
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, they’re the easy crowd-pleaser.
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, for guests who prefer chicken.
Who books BBQ catering in Shackleford?
Food handled by a professional team
People around Shackleford book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Club open days
- Neighbourhood parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Reunions and family get-togethers
If your garden is too small, a club or hall near Shackleford with outdoor space frequently works.
What your quote should include
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Whether plates or china are included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Allergen information for every dish
What happens on the day
With cover over the grill, the weather rarely holds us up, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. Autumn and winter barbecues in Shackleford get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Think about where the smoke will drift
How to get a price
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
Related guides
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards