Surrey's most flexible and professional Wedding catering service providing personalised menus for all tastes and budgets. Planning & onsite coordination for your special day.
We are perhaps best known for operating as marquee caterers throughout the wedding service industry. Our Kitchen, known as Coal Yard Kitchen, operates out of The Old Coal Yard in Hambledon and we can be catering for all styles of weddings throughout Surrey. We work with you, our client, to create a wholly personalised day.
Barbecues with fabulous plentiful salad bars...
Vintage Teas with our eclectic set of vintage serviceware will make your event stand out.
Catering for a minimum of 50 guests and a maximum 180 for Weddings
We can also recommend beautiful venues to hold your special occasion. Let’s cook up a storm like no other together to truly personalise your wedding menu, recommend the best marquee company, ensure that you have everything covered off and take the stress out of a logistically thoughtful event.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you have a minimum spend?
We offer packages to suit all types of budgets in our area. Further afield we have a minimum expected budget. We are transparent from the outset.
Do you provide bar service?
Yes, we do. We can handle your drinks for you on the day and 'top and tail' this with the provision of ice, glasshire, bar, staff and garnish for your drinks. Just ask!
Do you provide on the day co-ordination?
Yes, we do. On the day, is based on 1 day advance planning with you where we will pick up the key supplier list, running times detail and any special details. Then we will provide you with your dedicated coordinator who will be onsite from 0930am on the day through to c.10pm or after the first dance.
Do you cater for Vegans?
Absolutely! Chef, Jane Carnall is passionate about Vegan cuisine and we are preferred caterers to WWF (UK) in Woking which means our menu for them has to offer 50% vegan and 50% vegetarian. So yes!
What is included in the average Wedding package?
This is standard: Canapes to kick off. Seated 2 or 3-course menu. (any type) Full-service team. Crockery, cutlery and glassware, linen. Field kitchen. Front of house mgr. Chef team. Late-night hand around food.
What is the most cost efficient DIY catered event you can provide?
Canapes followed by 'Big pan' menus (think Paella, Coq au vin, Thai curry) with the trimmings would probably be the most cost efficient menu to consider.
Are your tastings charged?
Yes, we charge a fee that is included in the agreed price and package. We do not provide tastings unless you have confirmed the booking with us. This is advised from the outset.
Can we visit your kitchen?
Yes, of course. We operate a full production kitchen in Surrey and you are welcome to come and meet with us there by arrangement.
Can we provide our own food for you to handle?
Sadly, no. This is because of the risk factor around food safety and hygiene. You can provide Wedding cake (any type) and of course edible favors.
Do you offer planning packages?
Yes. We have a number. They range from 3 days - 5 days - 14 days. Around the event planning. Onsite coordination and full wedding planning. Get in touch for details.
Wedding planning – most popular breakdowns
The minimum advance detail / planning requirement to ensure success and smooth run of your day includes:
This information will then form the context of what the planner/co-ordinator will be managing for you.
Pre event support will include:
Contact: Gilly@thegreatbigevent.com
T: 01483 608151
M: 07789 751169
OUR popular example BBQ menu (SEE BELOW).
Priced:
Min numbers: x 60
£35.50 pp + £350.00 for chef rates +£380.00 BBQ equipment/fuel and transport charges
+ crockery / cutlery & glasshire for your drinks £9.00PP
Staffing: tbc subject to numbers, service requirement of your event but allow:
60 PPL £480.00
We have a range of BBQs which includes: Coals, Gas, Paella Pan & Open fire pit structures to suit the style of your event.
Example Menu:
BBQ Buffet (choose 3)
Large bowls of Salads (choose 3)
The salad ‘bar’ – large white bowls to show off the choices/colours
Puddings: (we literally have a huge amount of pudds which we can offer and again to suit the occasion)
Choose 1 item for package price.
*We have a vast range of dessert choices available for you to choose from!
Canape service - for your wedding/or private event for upto 30 guests.
A choice of 6 - 8 types
Priced:
£38.50 pp + £ 350.00 service & chef onsite.
Min nos 30 ppl for discount.
Personalised menu is available.
Dates available August / September / October 2020.
