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BBQ Catering for Middle Assendon
Planning a barbecue in Middle Assendon and do not want to cook? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
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BBQ catering in Middle Assendon
Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A clear way in from where we park
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
BBQ catering in Middle Assendon, served hot
For bigger events in Middle Assendon, a barbecue can sit alongside a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we’ll quote for both. We serve halloumi skewers, coleslaw and sausages, and we’re often booked for sports clubs and team events and garden parties.
Near Middle Assendon, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Area
- Middle Assendon (RG9)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What affects the price in Middle Assendon
Here’s what affects the price:
- Site access
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote, with any London charges listed. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Allergies we should know about
- Rough numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Where the event is
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with ordering takeaway, the cooking is part of the atmosphere, with the smell drawing people over. What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Why book our barbecue in Middle Assendon
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
Take a look at our prices page or menu ideas for your barbecue.
For event organisers in Middle Assendon
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Middle Assendon
Can you do a barbecue in Fawley Court and Temple Island?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
How far is Middle Assendon from London?
About 36 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We will check anything else with you.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Is clearing up included?
We bring plates and clear up after service.
What comes off the grill
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, sausages are simple and satisfying.
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, so nobody waits for the grill.
Step by step
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. We will place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. At midsummer, it’s light in Middle Assendon until about 9:25pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We check it and send a price.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Let us know about tight access
- Let us know about children’s numbers
Getting a price
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. Fill in our quote form.
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Planning a barbecue in Middle Assendon
Middle Assendon is about 6 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Hosts in Middle Assendon book us for events of all sizes. We cover all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Middle Assendon to Reading (about 8 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Middle Assendon are Greys Court (1.8 miles south-west) and Stonor Park (2.1 miles north). Historic venues often limit cooking on site, so ask early if you are booking one. If the day starts at a church like Church of St James, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Middle Assendon. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
We bring barbecues to events all over RG9. Local streets include Fawley Bottom Lane and White Lane; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. If your venue is just outside Middle Assendon, we also cover Bix (1 mile south-west), Fawley Bottom (1 mile north-east), Lower Assendon (1 mile south-east), Fawley (1 mile east) and Catslip (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (14 miles west), Thame (12 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (3 miles south-east), Benson (8 miles north-west), Chinnor (9 miles north) and Tilehurst (9 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Frazer Nash Archives (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Middle Assendon includes Warburg Nature Reserve.
- Local pubs include Rainbow Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
Occasions we serve in Middle Assendon
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Middle Assendon. For example:
- Evening wedding food
- Work barbecues
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Coming by train? Henley-On-Thames station, about 2.7 miles south-east, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- If the price includes VAT
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away