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BBQ Catering for South Croydon
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BBQ catering in South Croydon, served hot
For bigger events in South Croydon, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. Whether it’s garden parties and informal weddings, we can cook BBQ ribs, beef burgers and beef brisket and more.
Gardens in South Croydon tend to be compact, with neighbours on both sides, so we look for a spot where smoke drifts away from windows and fences. Warn the neighbours: barbecue smoke travels. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- South Croydon (CR2, CR8, CR0)
- Region
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Alongside
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Sausages
Sausages go down well with younger guests.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
For vegans, there is a vegan burger or sausage in a roll, so everyone has something hot.
What BBQ catering costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How many people are eating
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
- Crockery choices
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
To get the best quote, send us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- An estimate of numbers
- Where the event is
- Anything the venue has asked for
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a row of street-food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our barbecue in South Croydon
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- No surprises: everything in writing
See our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Questions from South Croydon
Could you cook in Duppas Hill?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks do not allow cooking. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Can you get a barbecue into a London garden in South Croydon?
It depends on access: a rear gate or yard normally works. Tell us about steps, gates and parking and we will advise.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in South Croydon. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
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. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
How do you handle food safety?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
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Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
The barbecue goes where we agreed, so the event carries on around us.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Space, access and the venue
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- Parking near the grill
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
South Croydon is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
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.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
What happens on the day
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower will not stop it, but plan somewhere dry for people to eat. At midsummer, it is light in South Croydon until about 9:20pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:05pm.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Getting a price
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Tell us about your event for a quote: use our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in South Croydon
Cooked on site, served hot
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Team days and staff summer parties
Nearby historic houses include Addington Palace (2.4 miles east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Questions to ask before booking
- The full menu and the sides
- What crockery is supplied
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether travel is included
South Croydon barbecues: local tips
South Croydon is about 1 mile south of Croydon, in Greater London. We’re happy to travel to South Croydon for events. South Croydon is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we cater. You can also see our page for London, about 10 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Purley Oaks Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. If your garden is too small, a club or hall near South Croydon with outdoor space often works.
Events anywhere in CR2, CR8 and CR0 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Streets in the area include Edgar Road, Bynes Road and Grange Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in Croydon (1 mile north), Coombe (1 mile north-east), Sanderstead (1 mile south-east), Riddlesdown (2 miles south) and Selsdon (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include London (10 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (12 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (12 miles north) and Shoreditch (12 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include St George's Walk (1.4 miles north) and Purley War Memorial Hospital (1.2 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Roundshaw Downs and Duppas Hill.
- Schools near South Croydon include Harris Academy Purley (0.6 miles west) and Rutherford School (0.8 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Purley Arms (less than half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include County Borough of Croydon (1.3 miles north)
- 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