Hampshire · England
BBQ Catering in Old Basing
Want a barbecue in Old Basing without standing at the grill? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Club open days
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Fundraising barbecues
BBQ catering for Old Basing
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Check which rolls and sauces contain gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Tell us if anyone does not eat beef
Running late? Let us know, and we will work around it where possible.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
How our BBQ catering works in Old Basing
In Old Basing, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: familiar food, lots of choice and no formality. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. Whether it is family celebrations and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, we’ll put together a menu of sausages, pulled pork and chicken skewers for your guests.
Around Old Basing, a garden with room to spare is all you need. It suits that kind of day, and you will not spend it cooking. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
The menu, dish by dish
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, rich and tender.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal.
Common questions in Old Basing
Is Old Basing close to London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you do a barbecue in Eastrop Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Plan shelter for your guests.
Is there anything for vegans?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage, cooked separately from the meat.
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.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
What if it rains?
The cooking area is covered, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
What BBQ catering costs
Each price is built from:
- Season and day of the week
- Site access
- Numbers
- Plates or china
When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- An estimate of numbers
- Your date and serving time
- Dietary requirements
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. You will get a clear quote listing what’s included. Fill in our quote form.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. 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 Old Basing hosts choose us
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- No surprises: everything in writing
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Barbecue venues around Old Basing
Old Basing is about 3 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Events in Old Basing are part of our patch, as well as the surrounding area. We cater 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater events right across the region, from Old Basing to Reading (about 13 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St Mary rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does. For a fundraiser at a school like Old Basing Infant School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG24. Your event could be at a house on The Street, London Road and Paulet Place, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Other places close to Old Basing we cover include Lychpit (1 mile west), Mapledurwell (1 mile east), Andwell (1 mile east), Water End (2 miles east) and Chineham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (3 miles west), Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (12 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (1.9 miles west) and Basing House (within half a mile west). Open spaces near Old Basing include Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
- Nearby schools include The Costello School (1.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Public House (within half a mile west)
What happens on the day
We get there well ahead of food time, so the barbecue is ready when you are. The smell soon brings people over. In Old Basing, late May sunsets come at about 8:55pm and midsummer ones at about 9:25pm, so an early-evening barbecue is usually in daylight.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
How to prepare
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Think about lights for the serving area after dark
- Think about where the smoke will drift
Getting a price
For a quote, send us a few details: the date and serving time, the venue or RG24 postcode, rough numbers and which extras you’d like. Fill in our quote form.
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Who books BBQ catering in Old Basing?
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
In Old Basing, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Fundraising barbecues
- Big birthday parties
- Street parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Basingstoke station, about 2 miles west.
Before you book anyone
- The full menu and the sides
- Whether plates or china are included
- A clear list of what’s included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
Before you choose a spot
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Old Basing
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
Nearby places to Old Basing
Other occasions in Old Basing
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away