West Berkshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Hermitage, West Berkshire
Give your guests a proper barbecue at your event in Hermitage. We cook on site and serve it hot.
- Club open days
- Summer staff days
- Big birthday parties
Planning an event in Hermitage?
How we price a catered barbecue
The price comes down to:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Distance from us
- How many people are eating
- How easy it is to reach the spot
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Useful details:
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- The address or postcode
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
BBQ catering in Hermitage, cooked on site
From the grill come burgers, sausages and chicken skewers, and pulled pork, brisket and ribs make it a proper feast. You choose the mix that suits your event. Whether it is neighbourhood parties and birthdays and milestone parties, we can cook coleslaw, halloumi skewers and pulled pork and more.
In a small place like Hermitage, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Hermitage (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
Other occasions in Hermitage
Occasions we serve in Hermitage
Add a hog roast for bigger events
People around Hermitage book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Family celebrations
- Neighbourhood parties
- Fundraising barbecues
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
Nearby historic houses include Shaw House (3.4 miles south-west). Historic venues frequently limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one.
Before you book anyone
- Whether plates or china are included
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel or access charges
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
For event organisers in Hermitage
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Hermitage questions
Do you cater at venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about cooking and vehicles, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Is Hermitage close to London?
About 51 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We cook under cover, so rain isn’t a problem for the food. Plan somewhere dry for your guests to eat.
What does the venue need to provide?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
Can you cater in Hermitage?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Hermitage and the rest of West Berkshire included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
When should we book BBQ catering?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
What happens after service?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, right through the service.
Pulled pork and brisket make the menu feel more substantial.
A closer look at the menu
Pulled pork
Because it’s slow-cooked, pulled pork is ready as soon as we start serving, which keeps the queue moving.
Chicken skewers
Our chef grills chicken on skewers, a lighter choice than burgers.
Step by step
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll work around it. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. By late September, sunset in Hermitage is about 7:10pm; in December it is about 4:00pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
How to prepare
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
- Give us a contact number for the day
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and food safety is in professional hands. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why us?
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Served at the time you choose
- Hot food straight off the grill
- A full barbecue menu
Take a look at how we price or menu ideas for your barbecue.
Hermitage barbecues: local tips
Hermitage is about 4 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Events in Hermitage are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 13 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Newbury Racecourse station, about 4 miles south. For a fundraiser at a school like Hermitage Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Hermitage, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Anywhere in RG18, we can bring the barbecue to you. Whether your event is on Newbury Road, Lipscomb Close and Marlston Road or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. If your venue is just outside Hermitage, we also cover Longlane (1 mile south-west), Little Hungerford (1 mile north-east), Oare (1 mile north), Wellhouse (1 mile east) and Curridge (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (4 miles south-west), Thatcham (4 miles south), Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles south-west), Hungerford (11 miles west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Hampstead Norris Castle (2.4 miles north-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.3 miles south). Open spaces near Hermitage include Snelsmore Common.
- Nearby, you will find The White Horse pub (less than half a mile west)
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards