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Barbecue Catering in Horncastle, Reading
Want a barbecue in Horncastle without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Leaving parties
BBQ catering in Horncastle
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with ordering takeaway, a barbecue becomes part of the event, and the grill becomes a gathering point. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Planned to your running order
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- Sides to make it a full meal
- A clear quote with everything listed
Read how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
About our BBQ catering in Horncastle
Hosting a barbecue generally means shopping, prepping, cooking and clearing. With BBQ catering, all of that is done for you, so you can enjoy your own event. For school fairs and summer fêtes and relaxed weddings and evening receptions, we can cook chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and beef brisket.
In a place like Horncastle, a barbecue at home is generally the easiest option. Tell us about the drive and the garden, and we’ll do the rest. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
Where the barbecue can go in Horncastle
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
From the grill
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
What we serve, dish by dish
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are grilled on site and served in a bun, hot off the barbecue.
Sausages
Cooked through and browned on the grill, they’re the easy crowd-pleaser.
Horncastle questions
What’s the nearest station to Horncastle?
Reading West station, about 1.6 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Horncastle close to London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
You will get allergen information for everything we serve, and we will label the meat-free choices clearly.
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.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
We tidy the serving area. China is available on request.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site, outdoors and under cover, and our staff serve and clear.
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.
What happens on the day
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, which keeps the queue moving. For an evening barbecue in Horncastle, 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.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- 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 clear up so you do not have to.
How to prepare
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Ask for a quote
For a quote, send us a few details: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Working with your venue
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
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 everyone in the loop.
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Prices and what affects them
There’s no fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
- The date and time of year
- Site access
The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
Horncastle barbecues: local tips
Horncastle is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Horncastle? We can help. We cover all 34 towns and villages in Reading.
A green space like Calcot Park is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so. For anyone arriving by rail, Reading West station is about 1.6 miles away.
We cover events in every part of the RG30 and RG31 postcode area. That could mean an event in a garden on Low Lane, Usk Road and Mill Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. We also bring barbecues to events in Fords Farm (1 mile south), Southcote (1 mile east), Tilehurst Within (1 mile north), Beansheaf Farm (1 mile south-west) and Burghfield Bridge (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Caversham (3 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (3 miles north-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east) and Sonning Common (5 miles north). Horncastle is one of the larger places we cover in Reading, with lots of choice for events.
Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (1.5 miles north-east) and Broad Street Mall (2.2 miles east). Open spaces near Horncastle include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and South Lake.
- Local schools include Prospect School (less than half a mile north-east) and Elvian School (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Happy Prospect pub (0.7 miles east)
Who books BBQ catering in Horncastle?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Horncastle. For example:
- Evening wedding food
- Garden parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Churches such as Church of St Michael rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- How dietary needs are handled
- VAT, if it applies
Looking after everyone
Allergies and dietary needs are easy to manage if we know in advance. Some ideas:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards