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BBQ Catering for Shirley Oaks
BBQ catering for events in Shirley Oaks: cooked outdoors under cover with staff to serve and clear, so you can enjoy the day.
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
A barbecue near Shirley Oaks
Who books BBQ catering in Shirley Oaks?
Hot food straight off the grill
People around Shirley Oaks book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Fundraising barbecues
- School fairs and summer fêtes
If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Elmers End station, roughly 1.2 miles north of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether plates or china are included
- Allergen information for every dish
- VAT, if it applies
About our BBQ catering in Shirley Oaks
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Tell us about the space in Shirley Oaks and we will check it works. We are often asked to cater fundraising days and birthdays and milestone parties, serving pulled pork, BBQ ribs and coleslaw.
Gardens in Shirley Oaks tend to be compact, with neighbours on both sides, so we look for a spot where smoke drifts away from windows and fences. A word with the neighbours beforehand always helps. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
- Where
- Shirley Oaks (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- County
- Greater London
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Where the barbecue can go in Shirley Oaks
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Shirley Oaks is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Shirley Oaks
- Pulled pork
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, in a roll or with sides.
How it works
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower won’t stop it, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. Sunset in Shirley Oaks is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
Getting a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep you both updated.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
Prices and what affects them
Things that change the price:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Plates or china
- How many people are eating
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What to tell us
Here’s what we will ask:
- Roughly how many people
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
- Any venue rules
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Shirley Oaks questions
Can you do a barbecue in Ashburton Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Shirley Oaks?
Elmers End station, about 1.2 miles north of the centre.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Yes, we clear up after service. China is available on request.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, with halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Weekday and off-season dates are frequently easier. Send us your details through our quote form.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Typically, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it is always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Also near Shirley Oaks
Other occasions in Shirley Oaks
Planning a barbecue in Shirley Oaks
Shirley Oaks is about 2 miles north-east of Croydon, in Greater London. Events in Shirley Oaks are part of our patch. We cater 764 places in Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Addington Palace (1.8 miles south-east) and Kingswood House (3.6 miles north). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. Thinking of a barbecue in Ashburton Park? Many parks ban barbecues, and catering needs the landowner’s permission, generally the council’s.
Anywhere in CR0, SE25 and CR9, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a house on Poppy Lane, Baring Road and Craven Road, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Shirley Oaks is on the A232, which makes the journey straightforward. For events just outside Shirley Oaks, we cover Shirley (1 mile east), Monks Orchard (1 mile east), Addiscombe (1 mile west), Ashburton (1 mile north-west) and Woodside (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include National Psychosis Unit (1.1 miles east) and St George's Walk (1.9 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Bramley Bank and Duppas Hill.
- Schools near Shirley Oaks include St. John's Church of England Primary School (0.7 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Cricketers pub (less than half a mile west)
- Other local spots include Addiscombe (1 mile west)
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a DIY barbecue, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why us?
- Timed around your day
- Our staff serve and clear
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Our chef at the grill, not you
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away