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BBQ Catering in Pingewood
A barbecue in Pingewood, without you at the grill: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Sports clubs and team events
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Work barbecues
BBQ catering for Pingewood
BBQ catering in Pingewood, served hot
Barbecue food is at its best straight from the grill, which is why we cook and serve as your guests come up. Give us your serving time and we’ll work to it. For engagement and anniversary parties and close and cul-de-sac parties, we will put together a menu of halloumi skewers, pulled pork and sausages and more.
In a small place like Pingewood, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will handle the rest. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
FAQs for Pingewood
Do you come out to small places like Pingewood?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Pingewood from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Should we have every meat?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. Fewer items keeps service quick.
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.
Do you cover Pingewood?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Pingewood and the rest of Reading included. Tell us the venue and we will quote.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Yes, we clear up after service, so there is very little washing up. Ask if you’d like china.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Once your date is fixed, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: use our quote form.
How the day works
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. We’ll place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. Autumn and winter barbecues in Pingewood 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.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Include children in your numbers
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a row of street-food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Pingewood hosts choose us
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Planned to your running order
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Our staff serve and clear
Read our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
A catered BBQ in Pingewood: what to know
Pingewood is about 2 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. Events in Pingewood are part of our patch, along with the towns and villages around it. We bring barbecues to all 34 towns and villages across Reading.
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as The WREN School, frequently want a barbecue. For anyone arriving by rail, Reading Green Park station is about 0.6 miles away.
Wherever your event is in RG30, we can cook on site for your guests. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Burghfield Bridge (1 mile north-west), Southcote (2 miles north), Fords Farm (2 miles north-west), Horncastle (2 miles north-west) and Trash Green (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Caversham (4 miles north-east), Norcot (3 miles north), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north-west), Shinfield (3 miles east), Arborfield Garrison (5 miles south-east) and Caversham Heights (4 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find The Oracle (2.8 miles north-east) and Beaumys Castle (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Pingewood includes South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Tell us about children’s numbers
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Organising for someone else?
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Occasions we serve in Pingewood
Can be paired with a hog roast
People around Pingewood book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Retirement do’s
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Garden parties
Within reach of Pingewood are historic houses such as Mapledurham House (4.7 miles north) and Stratfield Saye House (4.8 miles south). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
Questions to ask before you book
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- The full menu and the sides
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether travel is included
Where the barbecue can go in Pingewood
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A spot where smoke will not blow into the house or marquee
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we serve
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
What we serve, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
Ribs are a favourite with keen barbecue fans.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, in a roll, with salad on the side.
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What BBQ catering costs
Each price is built from:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
- The date and time of year
- Plates or china
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, which is why each one gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, tell us:
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Roughly how many people
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: send us your details through our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards