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BBQ Catering for Shalford
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in Shalford. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Sports clubs and team events
A barbecue near Shalford
About the food
Pulled pork
Because it’s slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, which keeps the queue moving.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
About our BBQ catering in Shalford
For bigger events in Shalford, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we will quote for both. For evening wedding food and team days and staff summer parties, we will put together a menu of sausages, BBQ ribs and coleslaw and more.
In a small place like Shalford, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
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Step by step
On the day, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. Then our chef cooks through the service time, worked around your serving time. Evening barbecues in Shalford need a little planning: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
How to get a price
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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Common questions in Shalford
What’s the nearest station to Shalford?
Shalford station, in Shalford itself.
Could you cook in Shalford Mill?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Do you label the food for allergies?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we’ll label the meat-free choices clearly.
How many meats should we choose?
You don’t need everything. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Next to a fixed venue menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- A full barbecue menu
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Take a look at our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Why choose BBQ catering in Shalford?
Cooked in front of your guests
Hosts in Shalford book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Summer parties in the garden
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Neighbourhood parties
For anyone arriving by rail, there is a station right in Shalford: Shalford station.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Any travel or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Shalford
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
A catered BBQ in Shalford: what to know
Shalford is about 2 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. We cover events in Shalford. Shalford is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover.
PTAs at schools such as Shalford Infant School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. Nearby historic houses include Guildford Castle (1.5 miles north) and Chilworth Manor (1.6 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Shalford is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Anywhere in GU4, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can cater an event on streets such as Station Road, The Street and Kings Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Shalford, we also cover Broadford (1 mile west), East Shalford (1 mile north-east), Peasmarsh (1 mile south-west), Artington (1 mile north-west) and Chilworth (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (10 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (1.5 miles north) and Surrey Police Museum (1.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Shalford includes Lower Lake and Pewley Down.
- Local schools include St Catherine's School (1.1 miles south) and Broadwater School (1.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Queen Victoria pub (within half a mile north-west)
How we price a catered barbecue
The price comes down to:
- Crockery choices
- Travel to Shalford
- Numbers
- Site access
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people
- Where the event is
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- 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