Oxfordshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Charlton-on-Otmoor, Oxfordshire
Planning a barbecue in Charlton-on-Otmoor and do not want to cook? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Fundraising days
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Planning an event in Charlton-on-Otmoor?
For event organisers in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
About our BBQ catering in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Some hosts in Charlton-on-Otmoor pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. We can quote for either or both. Typical bookings include school fairs and summer fêtes and summer staff days, serving beef burgers, pulled pork and chicken skewers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Charlton-on-Otmoor makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. All the barbecue, none of the effort: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Where
- Charlton-on-Otmoor (OX5)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Charlton-on-Otmoor
What’s the nearest station to Charlton-on-Otmoor?
The closest is Islip station, roughly 2.3 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Charlton-on-Otmoor?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But do ask even at short notice: fill in our quote form.
Will children like the BBQ?
Burgers and sausages are typically the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Let us know numbers for children.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
What do you need from the venue?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
We cook under cover, so the season does not stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
About the food
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, a lighter choice than burgers.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
Places near Charlton-on-Otmoor
What else we do in Charlton-on-Otmoor
What the cooking area needs
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. A quick checklist:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
Charlton-on-Otmoor barbecues: local tips
Charlton-on-Otmoor is about 5 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Hosts in Charlton-on-Otmoor book us for events of all sizes. We cater all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 6 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Islip station is about 2.3 miles away. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School, frequently want a barbecue.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX5, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on High Street, Blacksmiths Lane and Church Lane, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. If your venue is just outside Charlton-on-Otmoor, we also cover Fencott (1 mile east), Murcott (1 mile east), Merton (1 mile north-east), Wendlebury (2 miles north) and Horton-cum-Studley (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (6 miles south), Bicester (5 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (13 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (4 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Bicester Community Hospital (4.2 miles north) and Bicester Avenue (3.6 miles north). The countryside around Charlton-on-Otmoor includes Graven Hill and Otmoor RSPB reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Crown pub (within half a mile east)
Step by step
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. Evening barbecues in Charlton-on-Otmoor need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. After dark, the serving table needs lighting.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Before we arrive
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Let us know about tight access
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Ask which items contain gluten
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, so the event carries on around us.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Plates or china
- Season and day of the week
- The journey to the venue
- Numbers
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. There is no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or OX5 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Charlton-on-Otmoor
Food handled by a professional team
People around Charlton-on-Otmoor book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- Fundraising barbecues
- Work barbecues
- Retirement do’s
- Back-garden get-togethers
Among the historic houses close to Charlton-on-Otmoor are Boarstall Tower (4 miles east). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Before you book anyone
- What crockery is supplied
- Any travel or access charges
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away