West Berkshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Burghclere, West Berkshire
Planning a catered barbecue in Burghclere? Our chef cooks on site, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Evening wedding food
- Big birthday parties
- Work barbecues
A barbecue near Burghclere
A catered BBQ in Burghclere: what to know
Burghclere is about 4 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Hosts in Burghclere book us for events of all sizes. Burghclere is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Burghclere to Reading (17 miles away).
Historic houses near Burghclere include Highclere Castle (1.9 miles south-west) and Stargroves (3.5 miles west). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one. Coming by train? The nearest station is Newbury station, about 3.5 miles north.
Wherever your event is in RG20, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Coronation Close, Breachfield and Harts Lane or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Earlstone Common (1 mile north-east), Burghclere Common (1 mile north), Newtown Common (1 mile north), Penwood (2 miles west) and Wash Water (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (4 miles north), Thatcham (5 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles north-west) and Calcot (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Hamstead Marshall 2 (4.6 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.4 miles north). Open spaces near Burghclere include Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Schools near Burghclere include The Clere School (within half a mile north-east) and Horris Hill School (1.3 miles north)
BBQ catering in Burghclere, served hot
From a small family gathering to a big club day, a catered barbecue scales to the occasion. Give us an idea of numbers and we’ll suggest a menu. On the menu are beef brisket, chicken skewers and BBQ ribs, and we’re often booked for club open days and retirement do’s.
Country barbecues near Burghclere are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Location
- Burghclere (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask which items contain gluten
We cook as your guests come up, and our staff serve and keep the queue moving.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Perfect for your event in Burghclere
Six meats to choose from
People around Burghclere book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Big birthday parties
- Neighbourhood parties
- Garden parties
After a christening at a church such as Church of the Ascension, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Plates, china and cutlery
- How dietary needs are handled
What comes off the grill
Beef burgers
Burgers cook quickly on the grill, so they keep the queue moving.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
Nearby places to Burghclere
What else we do in Burghclere
What BBQ catering costs
Each price is built from:
- How many people are eating
- Site access
- Distance from us
- Season and day of the week
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any venue rules
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a cold buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked, and nothing sits out all afternoon. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why book our barbecue in Burghclere
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Meat-free choices on every menu
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- An itemised quote
Take a look at our prices page and BBQ menu ideas.
For event organisers in Burghclere
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
Burghclere questions
Do you come out to small places like Burghclere?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Burghclere from London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come to Burghclere?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Burghclere and West Berkshire. Send us the address for a quote.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Let us know about allergies before the day.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, and our staff serve and clear.
The process
Grilled food is at its best when it’s hot, so we cook and serve through the agreed time. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, so nobody waits for the first round. Autumn and winter barbecues in Burghclere get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- We tidy up before we go.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Ask for a quote
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away