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Barbecue Catering in Ascott Earl, Oxfordshire
Fresh from the grill, served at your event in Ascott Earl: burgers, sausages, chicken skewers and ribs, with salads and potatoes on the side.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Retirement do’s
- Family celebrations
Planning an event in Ascott Earl?
How the day works
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, so your event carries on around us. Smoke drifts, so we’ll think about the wind with you. At midsummer, it is light in Ascott Earl until about 9:30pm, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:10pm.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Include children in your numbers
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
Get a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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BBQ catering in Ascott Earl, cooked on site
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, because there’s beef, chicken and pork to choose from, and proper vegetarian and vegan options too. Popular choices include BBQ ribs, beef burgers and pulled pork, and typical bookings are for fundraising barbecues and close and cul-de-sac parties.
Near Ascott Earl, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Ascott Earl (OX7)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What BBQ catering costs
Things that change the price:
- The date and time of year
- Travel to Ascott Earl
- Whether you want china
- Site access
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies we should know about
- The address or postcode
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Ascott Earl: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Ascott Earl?
Ascott-Under-Wychwood station, in Ascott Earl itself.
Is Ascott Earl close to London?
About 68 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Ascott Earl. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. With salads and potatoes, it’s a proper meal on a plate; ask about china if you’d like it.
Is crockery included?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it is always worth asking: fill in our quote form.
What if it rains?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Why choose BBQ catering in Ascott Earl?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why Ascott Earl hosts choose us
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Timed around your day
Why choose BBQ catering in Ascott Earl?
Food safety taken care of
Hosts in Ascott Earl book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Big birthday parties
- Garden parties
- Sports clubs and team events
For guests coming by train, there is a station right in Ascott Earl: Ascott-Under-Wychwood station.
Before you book anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- VAT, if it applies
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
What we serve, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are often the highlight.
Chicken skewers
Chicken on skewers suits mingling guests, with salad or in a roll.
Planning for dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Barbecues in Ascott Earl: gardens, clubs and local tips
Ascott Earl is about 6 miles north-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Ascott Earl? We can help. We bring barbecues to 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 16 miles away.
If the day starts at a church like Church of the Holy Trinity, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Nearby historic houses include Minster Lovell Hall (4.7 miles south). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
We bring barbecues to events all over the OX7 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include London Lane, Shipton Road and Heritage Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. If your venue is just outside Ascott Earl, we also cover Ascott-under-Wychwood (1 mile east), Ascott d'Oyley (1 mile south-east), Shipton-under-Wychwood (1 mile west), Chilson (1 mile north-east) and Lyneham (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Witney (6 miles south-east), Carterton (7 miles south), Faringdon (15 miles south), Kidlington (12 miles east), Chipping Norton (5 miles north) and St John Street area (15 miles south-east).
Open spaces near Ascott Earl include Blenheim Farm.
Also near Ascott Earl
What else we do in Ascott Earl
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- New potatoes
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away