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BBQ Catering in Shellwood Cross
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Shellwood Cross? Our chef cooks on site, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Street parties
- Evening wedding food
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
BBQ catering for Shellwood Cross
About our BBQ catering in Shellwood Cross
In Shellwood Cross, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: plenty of choice, nothing fussy and everyone happy. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Whether it’s neighbourhood parties and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, we can cook chicken skewers, sausages and pulled pork.
A barbecue in the countryside near Shellwood Cross makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. All the barbecue, none of the effort: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and food safety is in professional hands. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- A full barbecue menu
- Planned to your running order
- No surprises: everything in writing
Barbecues in Shellwood Cross: gardens, clubs and local tips
Shellwood Cross is about 3 miles south-east of Dorking, in Surrey. We cover events in Shellwood Cross, along with the towns and villages around it. Shellwood Cross is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 14 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Holmwood station is about 2.5 miles away. After a christening at a church such as Church of St Bartholomew, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Shellwood Cross. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Wherever your event is in RH2, we can cook on site for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Parkgate (1 mile south), Nalderswood (1 mile east), Newdigate (2 miles south), Norwood Hill (2 miles south-east) and Cudworth (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (5 miles east), Redhill (5 miles north-east) and Ewell (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Reigate Priory Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (4.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
Questions from Shellwood Cross
What’s the nearest station to Shellwood Cross?
Holmwood station, about 2.5 miles south-west of the centre.
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 will follow the site rules.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Do you come to Shellwood Cross?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Shellwood Cross and the rest of Surrey included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Should we have every meat?
Not usually. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket and we will advise on the rest.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, and we take our equipment with us.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Ask and we will quote for the mix.
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Shellwood Cross
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
Who books BBQ catering in Shellwood Cross?
Meat-free choices that aren’t an afterthought
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Shellwood Cross and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Informal weddings
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Community fun days
- Sports clubs and team events
If you had Newdigate Brickworks in mind, ask the council or landowner first: barbecues are frequently restricted in parks.
Questions to ask before booking
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether plates or china are included
Places near Shellwood Cross
What else we do in Shellwood Cross
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who don’t eat pork or beef a meat option, cooked until it’s hot all the way through.
Step by step
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we time our arrival around your serving time. It means food comes off the grill hot. At midsummer, it is light in Shellwood Cross until about 9:20pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Send final numbers in good time
- Think about shelter for your guests
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
What BBQ catering costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Season and day of the week
- The journey to the venue
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- How many people are eating
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Details that help
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
- An estimate of numbers
- The address or postcode
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away