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Barbecue Catering in Shinfield, Reading
Hot off the grill at your event in Shinfield: a full barbecue menu, with salads and potatoes on the side.
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
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BBQ catering for your event in Shinfield
A good barbecue is about more than burgers: pulled pork, brisket and ribs turn it into a proper meal, served with salads, coleslaw and potatoes. We serve sausages, pulled pork and halloumi skewers, and typical bookings are for sports clubs and team events and fundraising barbecues.
Around Shinfield, a garden with room to spare is all you need. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls or tidying up afterwards.
A catered BBQ in Shinfield: what to know
Shinfield is about 3 miles south of Reading, in Reading. We cover Shinfield and its neighbours for events. Shinfield is one of 34 places in Reading where we cater.
Nearby historic houses include Stratfield Saye House (4.5 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Shinfield Infant and Nursery School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
Anywhere in RG2, we can bring the barbecue to you. We can cater an event on streets such as Teal Grove, Songbird Close and Skylark Way, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. Close by, we cover events in Ryeish Green (1 mile south-west), Whitley Wood (1 mile north-west), Three Mile Cross (1 mile west), Great Lea Common (1 mile west) and Arborfield (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Caversham (5 miles north), Norcot (5 miles north-west), West Reading (4 miles north-west), Tilehurst Within (5 miles north-west), Arborfield Garrison (3 miles south-east) and Caversham Heights (5 miles north). Shinfield is one of the larger places we cover in Reading, with lots of choice for events.
A little further out are Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (2.9 miles north-east) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (3.1 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Longwater and Sonning Hill.
- Schools near Shinfield include Oakbank (0.7 miles west) and Ryeish Green School (0.7 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Bell & Bottle pub (within half a mile south-east)
What BBQ catering costs
We don’t use a fixed price list, since every event is different. The main factors are:
- Plates or china
- Site access
- How many people are eating
- Season and day of the week
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
The more we know, the more accurate the quote. Useful details:
- The venue or postcode
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
- Any venue rules
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Use our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Shinfield
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
In Shinfield and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Sports clubs and team events
- Summer staff days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
A green space like Pearman's Copse is tempting, but a catered barbecue there needs the landowner’s say-so.
What to look for in a quote
- How dietary needs are handled
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- What crockery is supplied
Space, access and the venue
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what helps:
- A clear way in from where we park
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Shinfield
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Salads
- Beef brisket
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
Places near Shinfield
More for events in Shinfield
Why choose BBQ catering in Shinfield?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why Shinfield hosts choose us
- Timed around your day
- Our staff serve and clear
- A full barbecue menu
- Sides to make it a full meal
Read our pricing or BBQ menu ideas.
What comes off the grill
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Sausages
Children normally head straight for the sausages.
Questions from Shinfield
Could you cook in Pearman's Copse?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Shinfield?
The closest is Reading Green Park station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Burgers and sausages are typically the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Do you need anything from us?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
When should we book?
Popular dates go early. But it’s always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
How many meats should we choose?
Not generally. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket and we will advise on the rest.
Do you leave the area tidy?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Step by step
We arrive in good time before service, so the barbecue is ready when you are. The smell soon brings people over. A summer barbecue in Shinfield stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Arrange lighting for a late barbecue
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
We cook as your guests come up, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
For planners, venues and organisers
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it’s worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
If you are a venue or event planner, we are happy to work alongside your team.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards