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Barbecue Catering in Park Town, Oxfordshire
Planning a barbecue in Park Town and do not want to cook? We bring the food, the barbecue and the staff, from burgers to brisket.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
A barbecue near Park Town
BBQ catering for your event in Park Town
From a small family gathering to a big club day, a catered barbecue scales to the occasion. Give us an idea of numbers and we will suggest a menu. Whether it is evening wedding food and family celebrations, we will put together a menu of chicken skewers, beef burgers and halloumi skewers for your guests.
For a barbecue in Park Town, the garden is frequently the best venue. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we will bring everything else. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
- Area
- Park Town (OX2, OX1)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Alongside
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Working with your venue
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Where the barbecue can go in Park Town
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Space for our vehicle nearby
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
From the grill
- Coleslaw
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Sausages
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
Places near Park Town
More for events in Park Town
Common questions in Park Town
Can you do a barbecue in Oxford University Parks?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first.
How far is Park Town from London?
About 53 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes, ask us to label the food. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Is there anything for vegans?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Is the meat halal?
We do not. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
Will children like the BBQ?
Generally, yes: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Of course. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate.
Events we cater in Park Town
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Retirement do’s
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
For a fundraiser at a school like Wychwood School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
What your quote should include
- How dietary needs are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- If the price includes VAT
What BBQ catering costs
Things that change the price:
- How many people are eating
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Whether you want china
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Any venue rules
- The address or postcode
- Your date and serving time
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
Our chef cooks through the agreed service time, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
Ask for gluten-free rolls if needed.
Barbecue venues around Park Town
Park Town is about 2 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Planning a catered barbecue in Park Town? We can help. We bring barbecues to 443 places in Oxfordshire.
A green space like Oxford University Parks is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so. For anyone arriving by rail, Oxford station is about 0.9 miles away.
For events in OX2 and OX1, we just need to know where the barbecue can cook and roughly how many guests. That could mean an event in a garden on Parks Road, Keble Road and Crick Road or the roads around them, wherever there’s an outdoor spot for the barbecue. Park Town is on the A4144, which makes the journey straightforward. We also bring barbecues to events in Norham Manor (1 mile east), Walton Manor (1 mile south-west), Jericho (1 mile south-west), North Oxford (1 mile north) and St John Street area (1 mile south). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Oxford Castle (1 mile south) and Oxford University Museum of Natural History (0.5 miles south). Open spaces near Park Town include Headington Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Nearby schools include St Aloysius' Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile west) and Oxford Academy (0.6 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Rose & Crown pub (within half a mile south)
- Local facilities include St Hugh's College Main Building Including Library (less than half a mile north-west)
Why choose BBQ catering in Park Town?
Next to a row of street-food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Why book with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Our staff serve and clear
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Served at the time you choose
See how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
About the food
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Vegan guests can have a vegan burger or sausage, so nobody misses out.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
Step by step
Before service, we set up the grill and the serving table on the agreed spot. Then our chef cooks and the team serves for as long as we have agreed. Autumn and winter barbecues in Park Town get dark early: about 7:10pm by late September and 3:55pm by December. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the cooking spot and quote.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Think about where the smoke will drift
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: fill in our quote form.
Related guides
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away