Oxfordshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Sparsholt, Oxfordshire
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Sparsholt by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- Family celebrations
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Fundraising days
Planning an event in Sparsholt?
BBQ catering for your event in Sparsholt
Burgers, sausages and chicken skewers come straight off the grill, with sticky ribs, pulled pork and sliced brisket alongside. Pick the meats that suit your guests. We are often asked to cater Fêtes, fairs and sports days and big birthday parties, with halloumi skewers, sausages and pulled pork.
Near Sparsholt, barbecues frequently happen in gardens and fields. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we’ll handle the rest. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish.
- Where
- Sparsholt (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Barbecue venues around Sparsholt
Sparsholt is about 3 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Sparsholt and the surrounding area are covered for events. We cater all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. We cater events right across the region, from Sparsholt to Oxford (about 16 miles away).
If the day starts at a church like Church of the Holy Rood, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by. Sparsholt is within about 6 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Anywhere in OX12, we can cook on site for your guests. Streets in the area include West Street, Watery Lane and Church Way, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. For events just outside Sparsholt, we cover Westcot (1 mile west), Kingston Lisle (1 mile west), Woolstone (3 miles west), Sheepdrove (5 miles south) and Upper Lambourn (5 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Didcot (11 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (13 miles north), Wantage (3 miles east) and Grove (4 miles north-east).
A little further out are Uffington Museum (2.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Rams Hill and Letcombe Valley.
- Local pubs include The Hatchet Public House (1 mile east)
About the food
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are often the highlight.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal, especially at a sit-down event.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it is worth asking first. We’ll work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
Why choose BBQ catering in Sparsholt?
Compared with hiring a venue’s in-house menu, a catered barbecue lets you choose exactly what’s served, and eat outdoors. 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 book with us
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Served at the time you choose
- A full barbecue menu
- A choice of salads and potatoes
Take a look at our prices page or our barbecue menu ideas.
What the cooking area needs
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A clear way in from where we park
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Sparsholt
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
Also near Sparsholt
What else we do in Sparsholt
Step by step
We set up where we agreed and keep out of the way, and the rest of the space is yours. Smoke drifts, so we will think about the wind with you. At midsummer, it’s light in Sparsholt until about 9:25pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:10pm.
- Send a photo of where the barbecue could go.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- We grill outdoors at your event.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We clear up so you don’t have to.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know about children’s numbers
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Gather dietary requirements early
Get a quote
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Send us your date for a quote: use our quote form.
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Occasions we serve in Sparsholt
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
Barbecues work for lots of occasions around Sparsholt. Popular choices:
- Garden parties
- Big birthday parties
- Club open days
- Summer staff days
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School, often want a barbecue.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
Questions from Sparsholt
Is Sparsholt too small for a barbecue?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Is Sparsholt close to London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
What meats do you barbecue?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
What do you need from the venue?
Mostly space and access: somewhere level outside for the barbecue and the serving table. We will confirm details when we quote.
How soon do you get booked up?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we will check.
Do you leave the area tidy?
We pack everything away after service, and we take our equipment with us.
Prices and what affects them
We do not use a fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The number of people
- The journey to the venue
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
What to tell us
When you enquire, please mention:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Any venue rules
- The address or postcode
- Dietary requirements
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Use our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Tell us about children’s numbers
All the cooking and serving equipment comes with us, so there is no need to borrow a grill.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards