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BBQ Catering for South Hinksey
Hot off the grill at your event in South Hinksey: a full barbecue menu, plus sides, served by our staff.
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
A barbecue near South Hinksey
FAQs for South Hinksey
How far is South Hinksey from London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station is closest to South Hinksey?
Oxford station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Of course. A barbecue works as a plated meal with sides; ask about china if you’d like it.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We tidy the serving area. Ask if you’d like china.
Do you provide china?
Plates are included. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. The hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and the barbecue adds choice.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear the serving area, and we take our equipment with us.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage, cooked separately from the meat.
BBQ catering for your event in South Hinksey
From the grill come burgers, sausages and chicken skewers, and pulled pork, brisket and ribs make it a proper feast. Pick the meats that suit your guests. We are often asked to cater summer parties in the garden and charity fundraisers, serving BBQ ribs, halloumi skewers and sausages.
Near South Hinksey, barbecues often happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll plan the route. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
- Where
- South Hinksey (OX1)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Alongside
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of asking a friend to man the grill, a catered barbecue means everyone gets to be a guest, and the food is cooked by people who do it every 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.
Why us?
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Burgers, ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
A catered BBQ in South Hinksey: what to know
South Hinksey is about 2 miles south-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Hosts in South Hinksey book us for events of all sizes. We bring barbecues to all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire.
Within reach of South Hinksey are historic houses such as Holywell Manor, Oxford (1.8 miles north) and Appleton Manor (4.4 miles west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. For anyone arriving by rail, Oxford station is about 1.5 miles away.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX1, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Barleycott Lane, St Lawrence Road and Church Close; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hinksey Hill (1 mile south), New Hinksey (1 mile north-east), Redbridge (1 mile east), Grandpont (1 mile north) and Chilswell (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Didcot (8 miles south), Bicester (13 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (4 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Oxford Castle and earlier settlement remains (1.4 miles north) and The Story Museum (1.3 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Lashford Lane Fen and Harcourt Hill.
- Nearby schools include Oxford Media & Business School (1.2 miles north) and Greyfriars Catholic School (1.6 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The General Elliot pub (less than half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Alexander Library of Ornithology (1.5 miles north-east)
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
What we serve, dish by dish
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, rich and tender.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Step by step
When we arrive, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. Then our chef cooks through the service time, worked around your serving time. Sunset in South Hinksey is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is typically in daylight.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose the menu a week or so before
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, along with your serving time. We’ll check the date and send a quote. Send us your details through our quote form.
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For event organisers in South Hinksey
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so it is worth asking first. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. Check these:
- Somewhere for us to park close to the cooking spot
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Pulled pork
Occasions we serve in South Hinksey
Six meats to choose from
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in South Hinksey. Some of the most common are:
- Leaving parties
- Fundraising barbecues
- Summer parties in the garden
- Reunions and family get-togethers
After a christening at a church such as Church of St Lawrence, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- What crockery is supplied
- Travel and any London charges
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
Places near South Hinksey
Other occasions in South Hinksey
What BBQ catering costs
We work out each quote from:
- Plates or china
- The date and time of year
- The number of people
- Travel to South Hinksey
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we will suggest what works.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
- Your date and serving time
- Any venue rules
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away