West Berkshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Longlane, West Berkshire
A barbecue in Longlane, without you at the grill: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Summer staff days
- Big birthday parties
A barbecue near Longlane
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. 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.
Why book our barbecue in Longlane
- Timed around your day
- Our staff serve and clear
- A full barbecue menu
- Our chef at the grill, not you
Take a look at our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
About our BBQ catering in Longlane
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. For leaving parties and school fairs and summer fêtes, we will put together a menu of pulled pork, halloumi skewers and beef burgers for your guests.
In a small place like Longlane, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
- Where
- Longlane (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What the cooking area needs
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what helps:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the grill
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
What BBQ catering costs
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- Site access
- Travel to Longlane
- Plates or china
- Numbers
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Any venue rules
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Fill in our quote form.
Working with your venue
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 will keep you both updated.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Also in Longlane
Step by step
When we arrive, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. From there, we cook as your guests come up, timed to when you want to eat. A summer barbecue in Longlane stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:10pm.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Pick the menu with us.
- We check the space and quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Name a contact for the day
- Choose the menu a week or so before
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
Planning help
Longlane barbecues: local tips
Longlane is about 3 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Planning a catered barbecue in Longlane? We can help. Longlane is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Longlane to Reading (about 13 miles away).
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Curridge Primary School, frequently want a barbecue. Among the historic houses close to Longlane are Shaw House (2.7 miles south-west) and Benham Park (4.5 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Longlane, a lovely setting for an outdoor barbecue. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
We cover events in every part of the RG18 postcode area. From Sandy Close, Long Lane and Curridge Piece or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Other places close to Longlane we cover include Curridge (1 mile west), Hermitage (1 mile north-east), Wellhouse (1 mile east), Oare (1 mile north) and Little Hungerford (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (4 miles south-west), Thatcham (3 miles south), Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-west), Hungerford (10 miles west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.7 miles south) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Longlane include Snelsmore Common.
- Local pubs include The Bunk Inn (0.5 miles west)
Longlane questions
Can you do a barbecue at a venue in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Is Longlane too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Yes, generally: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
When should we book?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can frequently be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
Do you label the food for allergies?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, and leave the area tidy.
Can you cater in Longlane?
Yes, Longlane is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Perfect for your event in Longlane
Hot food straight off the grill
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Summer parties in the garden
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Fundraising barbecues
- Sports clubs and team events
After a christening at a church such as Holy Trinity, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- What the price includes, item by item
- How dietary needs are handled
- VAT, if it applies
What comes off the grill
Pulled pork
A pulled pork roll is a barbecue favourite.
Beef brisket
Brisket is a favourite with people who like their beef, in a roll or with sides.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away