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BBQ Catering in Coscote
Thinking about a catered barbecue in Coscote? Our chef cooks on site, with halloumi skewers and a vegan option for non-meat eaters.
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Book a BBQ in Coscote
What we serve, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we’ll bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
BBQ catering in Coscote, cooked on site
A home barbecue means hours at the grill and a pile of washing up. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can enjoy your own event. Popular choices include beef burgers, coleslaw and sausages, and typical bookings are for summer staff days and neighbourhood parties.
Country barbecues near Coscote are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Coscote (OX11)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What BBQ catering costs
Here’s what affects the price:
- Crockery choices
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Details that help
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- Allergies we should know about
- Your date and serving time
- Anything the venue has asked for
- An estimate of numbers
We need a few details to quote: the date and serving time, the venue or OX11 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Use our quote form.
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What else we do in Coscote
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Allergies and dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
Running late? Let us know, and we will adjust where we can.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
Occasions we serve in Coscote
Can be paired with a hog roast
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Coscote. For example:
- Sports clubs and team events
- Neighbourhood parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
If the day starts at a church like Church of St Andrew, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Before booking anyone
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel or access charges
- What crockery is supplied
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Chicken skewers
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
How the day works
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, so your event carries on around us. We will place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. For an evening barbecue in Coscote, think about light: 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.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or OX11 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Barbecues in Coscote: gardens, clubs and local tips
Coscote is about 1 mile south of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Coscote? We cover the whole area. We bring barbecues to 443 places in Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 11 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Didcot Parkway station, about 1.5 miles north, is the nearest station. Historic houses near Coscote include Brightwell Manor (4.1 miles east) and Clifton Hampden Manor (4.9 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Coscote is within about 6 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We cover events in every part of the OX11 postcode area. Nearby, we also cater events in West Hagbourne (1 mile south-west), East Hagbourne (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south), Harwell (2 miles west) and Blewbury (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (11 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north), Wantage (7 miles west), Grove (7 miles west), Faringdon (15 miles west) and Benson (7 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Brightwell Castle (4.1 miles east) and Atlas Computer Laboratory (2.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
- Schools near Coscote include St Birinus School (0.9 miles north-east) and UTC Oxfordshire (1.3 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find Fleur De Lys Public House (0.6 miles east)
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a row of street-food vans, a single barbecue feeds your group together, with a menu planned around your guests. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Why book with us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- An itemised quote
- Our staff serve and clear
- Add a hog roast alongside
Take a look at our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Coscote questions
Is Coscote too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Coscote?
The closest is Didcot Parkway station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
What meats do you barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
When should we book BBQ catering?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. But ask even at short notice: use our quote form.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Tell us about allergies in advance.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away