Oxfordshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Aston Rowant, Oxfordshire
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in Aston Rowant. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Sports clubs and team events
Book a BBQ in Aston Rowant
About our BBQ catering in Aston Rowant
There’s more to a catered barbecue than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. We’re often asked to cater engagement and anniversary parties and big birthday parties, with pulled pork, chicken skewers and BBQ ribs.
Near Aston Rowant, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
- Where
- Aston Rowant (OX49)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite, filling and easy to eat.
Beef brisket
Slow-cooked beef brisket, sliced to serve, rich and tender.
Who books BBQ catering in Aston Rowant?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Aston Rowant. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising days
- Family celebrations
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Before you book anyone
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- A clear list of what’s included
- How dietary needs are handled
- What crockery is supplied
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the grill
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
The process
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. Autumn and winter barbecues in Aston Rowant get dark early: about 7:05pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- 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 don’t have to.
How to prepare
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Send final numbers in good time
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
Getting a price
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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What affects the price in Aston Rowant
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The journey to the venue
- Access to the cooking area
- Crockery choices
- The date and time of year
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
To check availability and the cooking area, we’ll need:
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Roughly how many people
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: fill in our quote form.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
Towns and villages near Aston Rowant
More for events in Aston Rowant
A catered BBQ in Aston Rowant: what to know
Aston Rowant is about 4 miles south of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Aston Rowant and the surrounding area are covered for events. We cover all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Aston Rowant to Oxford (13 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Adwell House (2 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Aston Rowant Church of England Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. Aston Rowant is within about 3 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
For events in OX49, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook. Local streets include London Road, Aston Park and Aston Rowant Road; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Kingston Blount (1 mile north-east), Crowell (1 mile north-east), Lewknor (1 mile south-west), Postcombe (1 mile west) and South Weston (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles west), Didcot (14 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles west), Thame (4 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (11 miles south) and Benson (8 miles south-west).
A little further out are Thame Community Hospital (4.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Aston Rowant NNR and Bald Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Lambert Arms (0.5 miles south-west)
Aston Rowant questions
Do you come out to small places like Aston Rowant?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is Aston Rowant close to London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve, and we’ll label the meat-free choices clearly.
Do you come to Aston Rowant?
We do. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll check the date.
When should we book BBQ catering?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Midweek dates are generally easier to get. Use our quote form.
How do you handle food safety?
That’s one of the best reasons to have it catered: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. The hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and the barbecue adds choice.
What does the venue need to provide?
Mostly space and access: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We will check anything else with you.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards