Oxfordshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Merton, Oxfordshire
A barbecue in Merton, without you at the grill: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Informal weddings
- Work barbecues
A barbecue near Merton
Diets, allergies and alternatives
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Halal is not offered, so arrange it separately if needed
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, right through the service.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
BBQ catering in Merton, served hot
Whether it’s twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a catered barbecue scales to the occasion. Tell us your rough numbers and we will plan the menu and service. We are often asked to cater street parties and community fun days, serving halloumi skewers, coleslaw and beef burgers.
In a small place like Merton, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. You get a barbecue without the work: no shopping, no prep and no washing up.
- Location
- Merton (OX25)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Barbecues in Merton: gardens, clubs and local tips
Merton is about 3 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We cover events in Merton. Merton is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 8 miles away.
Churches such as Church of St Swithin rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby typically does. If guests are travelling by rail, Bicester Village station, about 2.7 miles north, is the nearest station.
For events in OX25, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and a serving time. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Fencott (1 mile south), Murcott (1 mile south-east), Charlton-on-Otmoor (1 mile south-west), Wendlebury (2 miles north-west) and Lower Arncott (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (8 miles south), Bicester (3 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south), Witney (15 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (6 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (2.9 miles north) and Bicester Avenue (2.3 miles north). Within reach you will find Graven Hill and Woodsides Meadow.
- Nearby, you will find The Old Plough pub (within half a mile south)
What affects the price in Merton
The biggest factors are:
- Whether you want china
- The number of people
- Access to the cooking area
- Season and day of the week
Cost depends on numbers, menu choices and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
Details that help
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- The address or postcode
- Roughly how many people
- Dietary requirements
- Anything the venue has asked for
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Step by step
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, so your event carries on around us. We will place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. For an evening barbecue in Merton, think about light: daylight lasts until about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September it goes at about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. You’ll get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, nobody is left cooking while the party happens, and food safety is in professional hands. What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why us?
- An itemised quote
- A choice of salads and potatoes
- A full barbecue menu
- Planned to your running order
Read our prices page or our barbecue menu ideas.
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. Check these:
- Space away from the house, fences, sheds and trees
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Space for our vehicle nearby
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Merton
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, served in a roll with salads.
BBQ ribs
Ribs make a barbecue feel like a feast, served alongside the burgers and sausages.
Merton: your questions answered
Is Merton close to London?
About 52 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Merton?
Bicester Village station, about 2.7 miles north of the centre.
Should we have every meat?
You don’t need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we’ll advise on the rest.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
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.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Most events pick three or four.
Is the food cooked safely?
Cooking properly is our job: separate equipment for raw and cooked food, and everything cooked through.
Why choose BBQ catering in Merton?
Add a hog roast for bigger events
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Merton. For example:
- Club open days
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising days
- Family celebrations
Nearby historic houses include Boarstall Tower (3.7 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
What your quote should include
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Travel and any London charges
- Whether plates or china are included
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
More for events in Merton
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards