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Barbecue Catering in Ecchinswell, West Berkshire
Planning a catered barbecue in Ecchinswell? We cook outdoors under cover, with vegetarian and vegan options alongside the meat.
- Leaving parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Street parties
Planning an event in Ecchinswell?
BBQ catering in Ecchinswell, served hot
There is something about a barbecue that gets people talking: the smell, the queue and the plates piled high. We will find the right spot at your venue in Ecchinswell. We’re often asked to cater street parties and back-garden get-togethers, with beef brisket, pulled pork and chicken skewers.
Near Ecchinswell, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Ecchinswell (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning for dietary needs
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
If timings change, tell your contact as early as you can, and we’ll work around it where possible.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Ecchinswell: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Ecchinswell?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Ecchinswell?
The closest is Thatcham station, roughly 4.6 miles away.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Should we have every meat?
Not usually. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket and we’ll advise on the rest.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We pack everything away after service, so you are not left with the mess.
Do you bring plates?
We bring plates as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we will add it to the quote.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Meat is cooked until it’s steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked, and nothing sits out all afternoon. Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why Ecchinswell hosts choose us
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Our staff serve and clear
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Six meats to choose from
See our pricing and BBQ menu ideas.
What the cooking area needs
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
About the food
Sausages
Barbecued sausages are always popular, 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.
What happens on the day
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then our chef cooks and the team serves for as long as we’ve agreed. Evening barbecues in Ecchinswell need a little planning: 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.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Let us know about tight access
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
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Who books BBQ catering in Ecchinswell?
Cooked properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart
Hosts in Ecchinswell book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. Popular choices:
- Big birthday parties
- Family celebrations
- Sports clubs and team events
- Retirement do’s
Among the historic houses close to Ecchinswell are Highclere Castle (3.4 miles west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Questions to ask before booking
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether plates or china are included
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether VAT is included
Prices and what affects them
We do not use a fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Travel to Ecchinswell
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Numbers
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The address or postcode
- Rough numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
A catered BBQ in Ecchinswell: what to know
Ecchinswell is about 5 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We’re happy to travel to Ecchinswell for events and the places nearby. Ecchinswell is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Ecchinswell to Reading (15 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Lawrence, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Coming by train? The nearest station is Thatcham station, about 4.6 miles north.
We cover events in every part of the RG20 postcode area and the streets around it. From Mill Lane, Oakfields Close and Ecchinswell Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Close by, we cover events in Kingsclere (2 miles east), Bishop's Green (2 miles north), Headley (2 miles north-east), Plastow Green (2 miles north-east) and Mill Green (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (5 miles north), Thatcham (5 miles north), Burghfield Common (11 miles north-east), Speenhamland (5 miles north), Hungerford (12 miles north-west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (5.1 miles north) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.8 miles north). Open spaces near Ecchinswell include Ladle Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Local schools include The Clere School (2 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Royal Oak pub (within half a mile west)
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards