West Berkshire · England
BBQ Catering in Cold Ash
A catered barbecue for your event in Cold Ash: cooked outdoors under cover with staff to serve and clear, so you can relax with your guests.
- Street parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
Planning an event in Cold Ash?
BBQ catering in Cold Ash, served hot
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Cold Ash and we’ll check it works. Typical bookings include work barbecues and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, with chicken skewers, pulled pork and sausages.
A barbecue in the countryside near Cold Ash makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you are not left handing out rolls.
- Area
- Cold Ash (RG18)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning the cooking spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the grill
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
Places near Cold Ash
What else we do in Cold Ash
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, you pick the meats, the sides and the meat-free options yourself. What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book with us
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
Take a look at how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
How the day works
We arrive in good time before service, so the barbecue is ready when you are. Your guests will smell it before they see it. Evening barbecues in Cold Ash need a little planning: it is light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you do not have to.
How to prepare
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
Get a quote
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
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What comes off the grill
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, for guests who prefer chicken.
Sausages
Children typically head straight for the sausages.
Organising for someone else?
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Cold Ash questions
How far is Cold Ash from London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Cold Ash too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The cooking area is covered, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Can you do halal?
No, we don’t offer halal meat. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
Do you cover Cold Ash?
Yes, Cold Ash is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll check the date.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
How much choice do we need?
Not generally. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket and we will advise on the rest.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Once your date is fixed, especially for June to September. Short notice is still worth a try: send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
We set up on the spot we agreed and stay out of the way, leaving the rest of the space to you.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
What affects the price in Cold Ash
We don’t use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- Site access
- Distance from us
- Whether you want china
- Numbers
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
- Any venue rules
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Why choose BBQ catering in Cold Ash?
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Cold Ash. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthday parties
- Sports clubs and team events
- Neighbourhood parties
- Work barbecues
Coming by train? Thatcham station, about 2.3 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Any travel or access charges
- How dietary needs are handled
- What crockery is supplied
Planning a barbecue in Cold Ash
Cold Ash is about 2 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Cold Ash is well within our area for events. We cater 155 places across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 13 miles away.
After a christening at a church such as St. Mark's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. For a fundraiser at a school like Cold Ash St Mark's C.E. School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Cold Ash. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Here we cover the RG18 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Harewood Drive, Johnson's Lane and Walters Close or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Ashmore Green (1 mile south-west), Stone Copse (1 mile west), Longlane (2 miles north-west), Thatcham (2 miles south) and Wellhouse (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (9 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-west), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (13 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east).
A little further out are West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.8 miles south-west) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Nature Discovery Centre.
- Schools near Cold Ash include Kennet School (1.8 miles south-east)
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards