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BBQ Catering in Shortfield Common
BBQ catering for events in Shortfield Common: cooked outdoors under cover with staff to serve and clear, so you can enjoy the day.
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Fundraising barbecues
- Leaving parties
BBQ catering in Shortfield Common
Occasions we serve in Shortfield Common
Add a hog roast for bigger events
People around Shortfield Common book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Leaving parties
- Garden parties
- Work barbecues
- Fundraising days
For anyone arriving by rail, the closest railway station is Farnham station, roughly 2.5 miles north of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- Whether plates or china are included
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- Any travel or access charges
How our BBQ catering works in Shortfield Common
Hosting a barbecue typically means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can spend the time with your guests. We’re frequently asked to cater engagement and anniversary parties and team days and staff summer parties, serving chicken skewers, beef burgers and BBQ ribs.
A barbecue in the countryside near Shortfield Common makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather, and think about lighting if it runs late. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish.
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, for guests who prefer chicken.
Sausages
Cooked through and browned on the grill, they’re the easy crowd-pleaser.
Prices and what affects them
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Site access
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
What you choose to eat matters most: 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.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies we should know about
- Roughly how many people
- Any venue rules
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Shortfield Common
Do you cater at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Shortfield Common close to London?
About 38 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you do halal?
We don’t. If guests need halal, arrange that separately.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
When should we book BBQ catering?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Weekday and off-season dates are frequently easier. Fill in our quote form.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- A clear way in from where we park
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Space for our vehicle nearby
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Shortfield Common
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
Also near Shortfield Common
More for events in Shortfield Common
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and the food is cooked by people who do it every week. Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What you get with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Hot food straight off the grill
Take a look at how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
Barbecue venues around Shortfield Common
Shortfield Common is about 2 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. We cater events of every size in Shortfield Common. We cater 395 places across Surrey. Our bookings stretch from Shortfield Common to Guildford (11 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Mary the Virgin rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. Within reach of Shortfield Common are historic houses such as Farnham Castle (3 miles north). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. Shortfield Common is within about 6 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
For events in GU10, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. That could mean an event in a garden on Hamlash Lane, West End Lane and Moons Hill or the roads around them, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Nearby, we also cater events in Millbridge (1 mile east), Frensham (1 mile south), Lower Bourne (1 mile north), Tilford Reeds (2 miles east) and Crosswater (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles north-east), Woking (14 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Frimley (10 miles north), Haslemere (7 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (14 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Museum of Farnham (2.6 miles north) and Chase Community Hospital (5.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Shortfield Common include Culverswell Hill and Farnham Heath.
- Schools near Shortfield Common include St Mary's CofE Aided Infant School (0.8 miles south-east) and Weydon School (2 miles north)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Request gluten-free rolls
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, right through the service.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
How the day works
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we will adjust where we can. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. Autumn and winter barbecues in Shortfield Common get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We set up the grill before food time.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Before we arrive
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Working with your venue
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 everyone in the loop.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards