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BBQ Catering for Shirburn
BBQ catering for events in Shirburn: grilled on site with staff to serve and clear, so you can enjoy the day.
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Street parties
BBQ catering for Shirburn
Perfect for your event in Shirburn
Meat-free choices that aren’t an afterthought
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Shirburn and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Charity fundraisers
- Neighbourhood parties
- Work barbecues
- Big birthday parties
PTAs at schools such as Icknield Community College often look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Questions to ask before booking
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- What the price includes, item by item
- Any travel or access charges
- Allergen information for every dish
BBQ catering for your event in Shirburn
There’s more to a catered barbecue than burgers: slow-cooked pulled pork, sliced beef brisket and glazed ribs make it feel like a meal, with salads, coleslaw and potatoes on the side. Typical bookings include summer staff days and reunions and family get-togethers, with beef burgers, BBQ ribs and beef brisket.
In a small place like Shirburn, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the route. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu, staff and anything else agreed.
- Location
- Shirburn (OX49)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Shirburn
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- Distance from us
- Access to the cooking area
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking is different, so we quote each one individually.
What to tell us
For a quick, accurate price, tell us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it is easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
What happens on the day
If timings shift on the day, let your contact know, and we will work around it. Barbecue food is cooked through service, so it’s flexible. At midsummer, it’s light in Shirburn until about 9:25pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it’s dark by about 7:10pm.
- We start with your date, venue and numbers.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- On the day, our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Include children in your numbers
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to Shirburn
Other occasions in Shirburn
Common questions in Shirburn
How far is Shirburn from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Shirburn?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
How many meats should we choose?
You do not need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we will advise on the rest.
Is clearing up included?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We clear the serving area and pack away, leaving the spot as we found it.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, on site at your venue in Shirburn. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Use our quote form.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
A catered BBQ in Shirburn: what to know
Shirburn is about 6 miles south of Thame, in Oxfordshire. We’re happy to travel to Shirburn for events and the places nearby. We cater all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Shirburn are Adwell House (2.4 miles north) and Stonor Park (4.9 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. Churches such as All Saints Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby normally does. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Shirburn, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Events anywhere in OX49 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and roughly how many guests. Your event could be at a house on Watlington Road, Castle Road and Blenheim Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. If your venue is just outside Shirburn, we also cover Lewknor (1 mile north-east), South Weston (2 miles north), Christmas Common (2 miles south-east), Postcombe (2 miles north) and Howe Hill (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (12 miles north-west), Didcot (11 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles west), Thame (6 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles south-east) and Benson (5 miles south-west).
Within reach you’ll find Aston Rowant NNR and Bald Hill.
- Schools near Shirburn include Watlington Primary School (1 mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers pub (0.9 miles south-west)
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Next to a row of street-food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What you get with us
- Served at the time you choose
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Our staff serve and clear
Read our pricing and BBQ menu ideas.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Ask which items contain gluten
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Enough room for the grill, the serving table and a queue
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Pulled pork
- Chicken skewers
- Coleslaw
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- New potatoes
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
The menu, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, a hot, filling option of their own.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards