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Barbecue Catering in Appleford-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Hot off the grill at your event in Appleford-on-Thames: a full barbecue menu, with salads and potatoes on the side.
- Street parties
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Summer parties in the garden
Planning an event in Appleford-on-Thames?
BBQ catering in Appleford-on-Thames, served hot
Whether it is twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Give us an idea of numbers and we’ll suggest a menu. For fundraising days and cricket, football and rugby club days, we can cook BBQ ribs, coleslaw and halloumi skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Appleford-on-Thames makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. You’ll know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Appleford-on-Thames (OX14)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Alongside
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Why us?
- A full barbecue menu
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Read our prices page and BBQ menu ideas.
Planning a barbecue in Appleford-on-Thames
Appleford-on-Thames is about 2 miles north of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We cover Appleford-on-Thames and its neighbours for events. Appleford-on-Thames is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Appleford-on-Thames to Oxford (about 8 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Peter and St Paul rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does. Coming by train? Appleford station serves Appleford-on-Thames directly.
For events in OX14, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. From Chambrai Close, Church Street and Main Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Long Wittenham (1 mile east), Culham (1 mile north-west), Sutton Courtenay (2 miles west), Clifton Hampden (2 miles north-east) and Didcot (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles north-west), Witney (15 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (8 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Pendon Museum (1 mile east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
- Nearby, you will find Carpenters Arms (under half a mile south-east)
How the day works
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, which keeps the queue moving. For an evening barbecue in Appleford-on-Thames, think about light: it is light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
Preparing for the day
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or OX14 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
Planning help
About the food
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, served on a plate or in a roll.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Crunchy coleslaw suits barbecue food, while salads keep it light.
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What the cooking area needs
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Parking near the grill
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
Working with your venue
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Perfect for your event in Appleford-on-Thames
Add a hog roast for bigger events
In Appleford-on-Thames, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Leaving parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
Nearby historic houses include Clifton Hampden Manor (1.9 miles north-east) and Brightwell Manor (3.7 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Whether VAT is included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Common questions in Appleford-on-Thames
What’s the nearest station to Appleford-on-Thames?
Appleford-on-Thames has its own station: Appleford station.
Is Appleford-on-Thames close to London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, with our staff serving and clearing.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Do you cover Appleford-on-Thames?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Appleford-on-Thames and the rest of Oxfordshire included. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
What affects the price in Appleford-on-Thames
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
- Whether you want china
- The number of people
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Any venue rules
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
Send us the date, the address or OX14 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We will confirm availability and send a price. Fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
After service, our staff clear up, so there is very little left for you to do.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards