Oxfordshire · England
BBQ Catering for East Hagbourne
A barbecue in East Hagbourne, without you at the grill: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Leaving parties
- Club open days
- Evening wedding food
BBQ catering in East Hagbourne
BBQ catering in East Hagbourne, 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. Typical bookings include evening wedding food and back-garden get-togethers, with BBQ ribs, beef brisket and sausages.
Country barbecues near East Hagbourne are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains, and think about lighting if it runs late. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Area
- East Hagbourne (OX11)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What BBQ catering costs
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Whether you want china
- Access to the cooking area
- Distance from us
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 we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
Also near East Hagbourne
Other occasions in East Hagbourne
Events we cater in East Hagbourne
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. For example:
- Retirement do’s
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Neighbourhood parties
- Fundraising days
For a fundraiser at a school like Hagbourne Church of England Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
What your quote should include
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether VAT is included
How the day works
With cover over the grill, the weather rarely holds us up, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. Autumn and winter barbecues in East Hagbourne get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
How to prepare
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Name a contact for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a formal plated meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Why book our barbecue in East Hagbourne
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
Take a look at our pricing and BBQ menu ideas.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
What comes off the grill
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables, in a roll or on a plate.
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, served on a plate or in a roll.
Common questions in East Hagbourne
Do you come out to small places like East Hagbourne?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How far is East Hagbourne from London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
How many meats should we choose?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service. China is available on request.
Do you clear up?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
East Hagbourne barbecues: local tips
East Hagbourne is about 1 mile south of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We cover East Hagbourne and its neighbours for events. East Hagbourne is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cater. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 11 miles away.
Within reach of East Hagbourne are historic houses such as Brightwell Manor (3.5 miles north-east) and Clifton Hampden Manor (4.6 miles north). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. If guests are travelling by rail, Didcot Parkway station is about 1.3 miles away. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of East Hagbourne. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
For events in OX11, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. Your event could be at a house on North Croft, The Croft and Wilcher Close, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Coscote (1 mile west), West Hagbourne (1 mile south-west), Upton (1 mile south-west), Blewbury (2 miles south) and Harwell (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (11 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north), Wantage (8 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (15 miles east), Grove (8 miles west) and Faringdon (15 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Brightwell Castle (3.5 miles north-east) and Abingdon Community Hospital (6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
- Schools near East Hagbourne include St Birinus School (0.6 miles north)
- Local pubs include Fleur De Lys Public House (less than half a mile south)
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A green light from whoever owns the site
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
From the grill
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards