West Berkshire · England
BBQ Catering in Newtown Common
Planning a barbecue in Newtown Common and don’t want to cook? Our chef and team handle everything, from burgers to brisket.
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A barbecue near Newtown Common
BBQ catering in Newtown Common, served hot
Whether it’s twenty friends in a garden or a whole workforce in a car park, a barbecue can be planned around the size of your event. Give us an idea of numbers and we’ll suggest a menu. On the menu are chicken skewers, pulled pork and sausages, and we are often booked for reunions and family get-togethers and neighbourhood parties.
Near Newtown Common, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Newtown Common (RG20)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Barbecues in Newtown Common: gardens, clubs and local tips
Newtown Common is about 2 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We cover Newtown Common and its neighbours for events. We cater all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 16 miles away.
Parks such as Sandleford Priory often have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first. Nearby historic houses include Highclere Castle (3.1 miles south-west) and Shaw House (3.2 miles north). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book.
Anywhere in RG20, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Burghclere Common (1 mile south), Earlstone Common (1 mile south), Sandleford (1 mile north-east), Wash Common (1 mile north-west) and Wash Water (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Thatcham (4 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles west), Calcot (13 miles north-east) and Lambourn (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.1 miles east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Newtown Common includes Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Local schools include Park House School (1.1 miles north-west)
A closer look at the menu
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Our vegan option is a vegan burger or sausage, in a roll, with salad on the side.
Beef burgers
Burgers cook quickly on the grill, so they keep the queue moving alongside the slow-cooked meats.
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Parking near the grill
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the grill
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
How it works
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower will not stop it, though your guests will want shelter if it rains. Sunset in Newtown Common is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is normally in daylight.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Preparing for the day
- Include children in your numbers
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Let us know about tight access
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. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Newtown Common questions
What’s the nearest station to Newtown Common?
Newbury station, about 2.2 miles north of the centre.
Is Newtown Common too small for a barbecue?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
The grill cooks under cover, so it works all year. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we will check.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Will children like the BBQ?
Usually, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
Why choose BBQ catering in Newtown Common?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the cooking is in experienced hands. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Six meats to choose from
- Served at the time you choose
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, particularly when timings shift.
Also near Newtown Common
Also in Newtown Common
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Season and day of the week
- Travel to Newtown Common
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Whether you want china
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Details that help
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- An estimate of numbers
- Where the event is
- Any venue rules
- Allergies we should know about
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.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Events we cater in Newtown Common
Can be paired with a hog roast
Hosts in Newtown Common book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Street parties
- Community fun days
- Charity fundraisers
- Work barbecues
For a fundraiser at a school like Horris Hill School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- VAT, if it applies
- Plates, china and cutlery
- The full menu and the sides
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards