West Berkshire · England
BBQ Catering in Spencers Wood
Want a barbecue in Spencers Wood without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Charity fundraisers
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Garden parties
A barbecue near Spencers Wood
How the day works
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we time our arrival around your serving time. That keeps everything hot and fresh. In Spencers Wood, late May sunsets come at about 8:55pm and midsummer ones at about 9:25pm, so most summer barbecues are served in daylight.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
How to prepare
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Pick a spot where smoke blows away from guests
Get a quote
Busy weekends book up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: fill in our quote form.
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BBQ catering for your event in Spencers Wood
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Tell us about the space in Spencers Wood and we’ll check it works. Popular choices include chicken skewers, beef burgers and halloumi skewers, and we are often booked for Fêtes, fairs and sports days and back-garden get-togethers.
For a barbecue in Spencers Wood, the garden is frequently the best venue. Let us know how we reach the garden, and we’ll do the rest. Our staff serve and clear, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
- Location
- Spencers Wood (RG7, RG2)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, brisket, halloumi skewers (V), vegan option (Ve)
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Halloumi and vegetable skewers are the vegetarian choice: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
Beef burgers
Our chef grills beef burgers to order, straight from the grill to the bun.
FAQs for Spencers Wood
Which station is closest to Spencers Wood?
The closest is Reading Green Park station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Can you do a barbecue in Swallowfield Meadow?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them first.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
Yes, and it is a popular combination. Tell us your numbers and we will suggest a split.
Is clearing up included?
Yes, we clear up after service. Ask if you’d like china.
What does the venue need to provide?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Cooking properly is our job: raw and cooked food are kept apart, with separate tongs and boards.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
What BBQ catering costs
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The date and time of year
- Crockery choices
Distance is part of the price: we include travel in the quote, with any London charges listed. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, send us:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Rough numbers
- Any venue rules
- The venue or postcode
It is easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose BBQ catering in Spencers Wood?
Hot food straight off the grill
In Spencers Wood and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Evening wedding food
- Work barbecues
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
Within reach of Spencers Wood are historic houses such as Stratfield Saye House (3.3 miles south). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
Before you book anyone
- Whether plates or china are included
- When payments are due and what happens if plans change
- Allergen information for every dish
- Travel and any London charges
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
Our staff keep the serving table tidy and topped up, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Also near Spencers Wood
More for events in Spencers Wood
Before you choose a spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Beef burgers
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
Spencers Wood barbecues: local tips
Spencers Wood is about 4 miles south of Reading, in West Berkshire. We cater events of every size in Spencers Wood. We cater 155 places across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a fundraiser at a school like Oakbank, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. For anyone arriving by rail, Reading Green Park station, about 2.6 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
Wherever your event is in RG7 and RG2, we can bring the barbecue to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on The Square, Green End Close and Salmon Close or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Other places close to Spencers Wood we cover include Grazeley (1 mile west), Swallowfield (1 mile south), Beech Hill (2 miles south-west), Riseley (2 miles south) and Arborfield Cross (3 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (15 miles west), Thatcham (12 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles west), Speenhamland (15 miles west), Calcot (5 miles north-west) and Shaw (15 miles west). Being one of West Berkshire’s larger places, Spencers Wood has plenty of venues, halls and workplaces.
Nearby you’ll also find Beaumys Castle (1.4 miles south) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (3.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Longwater and The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Ryeish Green School (0.6 miles north) and Lambs Lane Primary School (0.7 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Farriers Arms (under half a mile north-west)
For planners, venues and organisers
If the event is on someone else’s land, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
For venues and planners, we’re happy to work alongside your team.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Instead of a takeaway delivery, a barbecue becomes part of the event, and the grill becomes a gathering point. Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why us?
- An itemised quote
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
- Sides to make it a full meal
Read our prices page and menu ideas for your barbecue.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away