Oxfordshire · England
BBQ Catering for Childrey
A catered barbecue for your event in Childrey: grilled on site and served by our team, so you can enjoy the day.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Fundraising days
BBQ catering in Childrey
BBQ catering in Childrey, cooked on site
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Send us a photo of the space and we’ll confirm it. On the menu are beef brisket, beef burgers and halloumi skewers, and we are regularly asked to cater fundraising days and neighbourhood parties.
In a small place like Childrey, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will plan the route. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
- Area
- Childrey (OX12)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Childrey
Here’s what affects the price:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The number of people
- The journey to the venue
- Season and day of the week
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What to tell us
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Rough numbers
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
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.
For planners, venues and organisers
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
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.
Occasions we serve in Childrey
Cooked in front of your guests
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Family celebrations
- Neighbourhood parties
- Birthdays and milestone parties
Churches such as Church of St Mary rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether plates or china are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs are handled
Childrey barbecues: local tips
Childrey is about 2 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Childrey and the surrounding area are covered for events. Childrey is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 16 miles away.
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School, frequently want a barbecue. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Childrey. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in OX12 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Whether your event is on High Street, Hollow Way and Stowhill or anywhere nearby, we will bring the barbecue to you. We also bring barbecues to events in West Challow (1 mile north-east), East Challow (1 mile east), Letcombe Regis (1 mile south-east), Letcombe Bassett (2 miles south-east) and Wantage (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-east) and Faringdon (7 miles north-west).
A little further out are Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (3.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Childrey include Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
- Nearby schools include King Alfred's (2.2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Hatchet Public House (under half a mile south)
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot tidy.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Instead of a takeaway delivery, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, and the grill becomes a gathering point. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book our barbecue in Childrey
- Served at the time you choose
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Six meats to choose from
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
About the food
Beef burgers
A burger is the barbecue classic, and they’re a safe bet for children and adults alike.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is slow-cooked until it falls apart, and served in a soft roll, frequently with coleslaw.
Childrey questions
Is Childrey too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What meats do you barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Do you bring plates?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What if it rains?
We bring cover for the grill, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
What does the venue need to provide?
Mostly space and access: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Yes, we clear up after service. Ask if you’d like china.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Space, access and the venue
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the grill
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
Also near Childrey
Other occasions in Childrey
How it works
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we will work around it. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it is flexible. In Childrey, late May sunsets come at about 9:00pm and midsummer ones at about 9:25pm, so an early-evening barbecue is normally in daylight.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Before we arrive
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
How to get a price
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we will check it: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards