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Barbecue Catering in Thorpe, Surrey
Hosting a barbecue in Thorpe without doing the cooking: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Retirement do’s
- Informal weddings
- Street parties
A barbecue near Thorpe
BBQ catering for your event in Thorpe
Barbecue food is sociable food: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. In Thorpe, we will set up where it suits your event. We’re frequently asked to cater retirement do’s and informal weddings, with BBQ ribs, halloumi skewers and pulled pork.
A barbecue in the countryside near Thorpe makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking near the grill
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Thorpe
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
What affects the price in Thorpe
The biggest factors are:
- Plates or china
- Site access
- How many people are eating
- Travel to Thorpe
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What we need to know
For a quick, accurate price, send us:
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
What comes off the grill
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Choose from salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
A catered BBQ in Thorpe: what to know
Thorpe is about 2 miles south-east of Egham, in Surrey. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Thorpe? We cover the whole area. We bring barbecues to 395 places across Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Parks such as Penton Park often have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. Historic houses near Thorpe include Botleys Mansion (2.5 miles south). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Anywhere in TW20, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Village Road, Western Avenue and Midway Avenue, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Main roads around Thorpe include the B388, which makes travel to your event easy. If your venue is just outside Thorpe, we also cover Thorpe Green (1 mile south-west), Stroude (1 mile west), Egham Hythe (1 mile north), Penton Hook (1 mile east) and Virginia Water (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles south), Woking (7 miles south), Camberley (10 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (13 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Spelthorne Museum (1.9 miles north-east) and Runnymede Hospital (2.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Gracious Pond and Manor Lake.
- Nearby schools include The American School In England (within half a mile east) and The Magna Carta School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Red Lion pub (within half a mile south)
Places near Thorpe
What else we do in Thorpe
Organising for someone else?
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
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 you both updated.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Why choose BBQ catering in Thorpe?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Club open days
- Family celebrations
- Summer staff days
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Mary, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Comparing caterers
- Travel and any London charges
- The full menu and the sides
- Allergen information for every dish
- If the price includes VAT
Common questions in Thorpe
Can you do a barbecue in Penton Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Thorpe?
Virginia Water station, about 1.4 miles south-west of the centre.
What meats do you barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Most events pick three or four.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we will confirm what we need.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We tidy the serving area. China is available on request.
Is the meat halal?
We do not offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
How it works
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, so your event carries on around us. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. A summer barbecue in Thorpe stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:05pm.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, which helps when some guests do not eat pork. A hog roast is the bigger spectacle, so for bigger events, why not both?. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why us?
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Our staff serve and clear
- An itemised quote
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Read our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away