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Barbecue Catering in Kencot, Oxfordshire
BBQ catering for events in Kencot: grilled on site and served by our team, so you can relax with your guests.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Family celebrations
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
Book a BBQ in Kencot
What happens on the day
Running late? Tell us as early as you can, and we’ll adjust where we can. A barbecue is easy to time, as most of it is cooked as people eat. Evening barbecues in Kencot need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:30pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Send a picture of where the barbecue could go.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Send final numbers in good time
- Include children in your numbers
Ask for a quote
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
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How our BBQ catering works in Kencot
The point of a catered barbecue is that you get to enjoy it. Our chef cooks, our staff serve and we tidy up afterwards, so your time goes on your guests, not the food. For big birthday parties and neighbourhood parties, we can cook sausages, halloumi skewers and beef burgers.
A barbecue in the countryside near Kencot makes a lovely summer party. Have a covered area for guests in wet weather. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Kencot (OX18)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
A catered BBQ in Kencot: what to know
Kencot is about 2 miles south-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We cater events of every size in Kencot. Kencot is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Kencot to Oxford (16 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as St Peter's Church of England School often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days. If the day starts at a church like Church of St Peter, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
Here we cover the OX18 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Nearby, we also cater events in Alvescot (1 mile south-east), Shilton (2 miles north) and Bradwell (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles east), Witney (6 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles south-east), Grove (12 miles south-east), Faringdon (6 miles south) and Kidlington (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Swinford Museum (1.9 miles west) and Longworth Hospital (5.9 miles south).
- Local schools include Carterton Community College (1.6 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Plough pub (under half a mile south-east)
Where the barbecue can go in Kencot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the grill
- Salads
- Sausages
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Pulled pork
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Also in Kencot
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
Why choose BBQ catering in Kencot?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the cooking is in experienced hands. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address for an accurate figure.
Why book with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- No surprises: everything in writing
Read how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
FAQs for Kencot
How far is Kencot from London?
About 67 miles from central London.
Is Kencot too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What if it rains?
The cooking area is covered, but guests will want shelter too.
Do you offer halal meat?
No, we do not offer halal meat. Our meat-free options are there, or halal food would need to be arranged separately.
Should we have every meat?
Not typically. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we’ll advise on the rest.
Will guests know what’s in each dish?
We give you allergen information for every dish, and we will label the meat-free choices clearly.
When should we book BBQ catering?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. But ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
Events we cater in Kencot
Meat-free choices that are not an afterthought
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Kencot. Some of the most common are:
- Big birthday parties
- Club open days
- Summer staff days
- Community fun days
Nearby historic houses include Kelmscott Manor (4 miles south). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you’re booking one.
Before you book anyone
- Whether plates or china are included
- Whether VAT is included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Travel and any London charges
Prices and what affects them
There is no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Numbers
- Crockery choices
- Site access
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
Here’s what we’ll ask:
- The address or postcode
- Roughly how many people
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Allergies we should know about
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
About the food
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, in a roll or with sides.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes turn a barbecue into a full meal, especially at a sit-down event.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards