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BBQ Catering in Shere
Planning a catered barbecue in Shere? We cook outdoors under cover, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Fundraising days
- Community fun days
BBQ catering for Shere
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
After service, our staff clear up, so there’s very little left for you to do.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
BBQ catering in Shere, served hot
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. We cook on site at your event in Shere, outdoors under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. On the menu are BBQ ribs, beef burgers and pulled pork, and we are regularly asked to cater big birthday parties and close and cul-de-sac parties.
Country barbecues near Shere are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
The menu, dish by dish
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, a hot, filling option of their own.
For event organisers in Shere
If you are organising for someone else, 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.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Events we cater in Shere
Can be paired with a hog roast
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Shere. Popular choices:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Summer staff days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Retirement do’s
Thinking of a barbecue in Colekitchen Down? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, typically the council’s.
What your quote should include
- How dietary needs are handled
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- What crockery is supplied
- VAT, if it applies
Nearby places to Shere
Other occasions in Shere
Why choose BBQ catering in Shere?
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, and the grill becomes a gathering point. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why us?
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Take a look at our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Common questions in Shere
Is Shere close to London?
About 25 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small places like Shere?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What does the venue need to provide?
Mostly space and access: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will confirm details when we quote.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
How far ahead should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Do you provide china?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What if it rains?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
The process
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. That keeps everything hot and fresh. Evening barbecues in Shere need a little planning: it is light until about 9:20pm in June but only about 7:05pm in late September. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Before we arrive
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
Get a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What affects the price in Shere
The price comes down to:
- Site access
- Crockery choices
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we will ask:
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- A clear way in from where we park
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
Planning a barbecue in Shere
Shere is about 5 miles east of Guildford, in Surrey. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Shere? We cover the whole area. Shere is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater.
Churches such as The Church of St James rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. Historic houses near Shere include Hatchlands Park (2.6 miles north) and Chilworth Manor (2.8 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. Shere is within about a mile of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We bring barbecues to events all over the GU5 postcode area. Local streets include Lower Street, Orchard Road and Shere Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Shere we cover include Gomshall (1 mile east), Albury Heath (1 mile south-west), Little London (1 mile south-west), Albury (1 mile west) and Abinger Hammer (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (5 miles west), Woking (8 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (13 miles east) and Redhill (13 miles east).
A little further out are Shere Museum (under half a mile east) and Abinger Castle (2.8 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The White Horse Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
- 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
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away