West Berkshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Colthrop, West Berkshire
BBQ catering in Colthrop for your event: hot food off the grill, salads and sides, served by our staff.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Neighbourhood parties
- Summer parties in the garden
Book a BBQ in Colthrop
What comes off the grill
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, which keeps the queue moving.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
BBQ catering in Colthrop, cooked on site
BBQ catering means we bring the barbecue and do the cooking. We cook on site at your event in Colthrop, outdoors under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. Whether it is school fairs and summer fêtes and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, we’ll put together a menu of BBQ ribs, sausages and beef brisket for your guests.
A barbecue in the countryside near Colthrop makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. You get a barbecue without the work: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
- Area
- Colthrop (RG19, RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
A catered BBQ in Colthrop: what to know
Colthrop is about 1 mile east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Planning a catered barbecue in Colthrop? We can help. Colthrop is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Colthrop to Reading (about 12 miles away).
Churches such as St Mary's Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Thatcham station, about 0.5 miles south-west.
Anywhere in RG19 and RG18, we can cook on site for your guests. Whether your event is on Bath Road, Ashman Road and Fokerham Road or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. For events just outside Colthrop, we cover Crookham (2 miles south-east), Hyde End (2 miles south-east), Heads Hill (2 miles south-west), Mill Green (2 miles south) and Goose Hill (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (4 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles west), Hungerford (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (12 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.6 miles south-west) and Donnington Castle (4.6 miles west). Open spaces near Colthrop include Thatcham Reed Beds.
- Schools near Colthrop include Kennet School (0.5 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Swan pub (0.5 miles south-west)
Nearby places to Colthrop
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Prices and what affects them
We work out each quote from:
- Whether you want china
- The date and time of year
- The journey to the venue
- The number of people
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What to tell us
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary requirements
- Roughly how many people
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will confirm availability and send a price. Use our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we will adjust where we can.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Questions from Colthrop
What’s the nearest station to Colthrop?
Thatcham station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre.
Is Colthrop close to London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What if it rains?
We bring cover for the grill, so it is guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service. Ask if you’d like china.
Will children like the BBQ?
Generally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
Do you come to Colthrop?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Colthrop and the rest of West Berkshire included. Send us the address for a quote.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue cooked by friends, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and food safety is in professional hands. Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Served at the time you choose
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- An itemised quote
See how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Where the barbecue can go in Colthrop
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Colthrop
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
Occasions we serve in Colthrop
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
People around Colthrop book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Sports clubs and team events
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Francis Baily Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel or access charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Whether VAT is included
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
What happens on the day
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we’ll adjust where we can. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. For an evening barbecue in Colthrop, think about light: 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.
- Tell us what kind of event it is.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We serve as people come up.
- The serving area is cleared before we leave.
How to prepare
- Think about shelter for your guests
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
How to get a price
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
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- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away