Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Shalden Green
Planning a barbecue in Shalden Green and don’t want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Informal weddings
- Charity fundraisers
- Summer staff days
A barbecue near Shalden Green
BBQ catering for your event in Shalden Green
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. Our chef grills on site in Shalden Green, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. We are frequently asked to cater community fun days and summer parties in the garden, serving halloumi skewers, pulled pork and beef brisket.
Near Shalden Green, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll plan the route. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Common questions in Shalden Green
Do you come out to small places like Shalden Green?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Shalden Green from London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
That’s one of the best reasons to have it catered: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
What meats do you barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. In winter, plan lighting and somewhere warm for guests to eat.
Do you need anything from us?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Tell us what’s available on site and we will confirm the rest when we quote.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Shalden Green barbecues: local tips
Shalden Green is about 3 miles north-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We are happy to travel to Shalden Green for events. Shalden Green is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Shalden Green to Reading (about 18 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as HSDC Alton frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. For guests coming by train, Alton station, about 2.9 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
Events anywhere in GU34 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. If your venue is just outside Shalden Green, we also cover Shalden (1 mile south), Southrope (2 miles north-west), Bagmore (2 miles west), Burkham (3 miles west) and Bentworth (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (7 miles north-west), Farnborough (13 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (3 miles south-east) and Petersfield (13 miles south).
A little further out are Gliding Heritage Centre (0.9 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (3.3 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Holybourne Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Golden Pot pub (0.6 miles east)
How the day works
When we arrive, we set up the barbecue on the agreed spot, put the cover up and get it hot. From there, we cook as your guests come up, worked around your serving time. By late September, sunset in Shalden Green is about 7:10pm; in December it is about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Include children in your numbers
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or GU34 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
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. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why us?
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- Timed around your day
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Hot food straight off the grill
Take a look at our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
We cook as your guests come up, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Planning the cooking spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Prices and what affects them
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Plates or china
- Numbers
- Travel to Shalden Green
- 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.
What we need to know
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Dietary requirements
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Events we cater in Shalden Green
Nobody in your party stuck at the grill
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Shalden Green and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Community fun days
- Summer parties in the garden
- Charity fundraisers
Nearby historic houses include Hall Place (3.1 miles south-west) and Bentworth Hall (3.4 miles south-west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
What your quote should include
- How dietary needs are handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- The full menu and the sides
- If the price includes VAT
More for events in Shalden Green
What we serve, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
Sticky, glazed ribs are the messy treat of the menu; have napkins ready.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch, especially at a wedding or work event.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards