Hampshire · England
Barbecue Catering in Thruxton, Hampshire
Hosting a barbecue in Thruxton without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Informal weddings
Planning an event in Thruxton?
Prices and what affects them
There is no fixed price list, because every event is different. The main factors are:
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
- The date and time of year
- Plates or china
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to include:
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Dietary requirements
- Roughly how many people
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Fill in our quote form.
BBQ catering in Thruxton, served hot
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, because there’s beef, chicken and pork to choose from, plus halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. Typical bookings include team days and staff summer parties and big birthday parties, with sausages, beef burgers and coleslaw.
A barbecue in the countryside near Thruxton makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
Step by step
We get there well ahead of food time, so the barbecue is ready when you are. Your guests will smell it before they see it. A summer barbecue in Thruxton stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:10pm.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
How to prepare
- Give us final numbers a week or so before
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Check there is nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
Get a quote
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Use our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces can work with a little planning. Here’s what helps:
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Thruxton
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken skewers
Chicken skewers are grilled on site, a lighter choice than burgers.
Beef brisket
Beef brisket is slow-cooked and sliced, rich and tender.
Common questions in Thruxton
How far is Thruxton from London?
About 67 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to Thruxton?
Grateley station, about 3.2 miles south-west of the centre.
How much choice do we need?
You don’t need everything. Mix quick-grilled items with pulled pork or brisket and we’ll advise on the rest.
Do you cover Thruxton?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, Thruxton and the rest of Hampshire included. Send us the address for a quote.
What do children typically eat?
Most children head straight for the burgers and sausages, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Do you bring plates?
Plates come as standard. If you’d like china, ask and we’ll add it to the quote.
Do you need anything from us?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Tell us what’s available on site and we’ll confirm the rest when we quote.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Planning a barbecue in Thruxton
Thruxton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. We’re happy to travel to Thruxton for events. We bring barbecues to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 22 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Amport Church of England Primary School, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser. After a christening at a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Events anywhere in SP11 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Local streets include Lambourne Way, Lambourne Close and Stanbury Close; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Other places close to Thruxton we cover include Mullenspond (1 mile east), East Cholderton (1 mile south-east), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Appleshaw (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Andover (4 miles east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (4 miles north-west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (3 miles north-west).
A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Ludgershall Castle (3.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Thruxton includes Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The George Inn (less than half a mile south-east)
Occasions we serve in Thruxton
Food safety taken care of
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Thruxton. Some of the most common are:
- Charity fundraisers
- Sports clubs and team events
- Summer staff days
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Grateley station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- What crockery is supplied
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
Why choose BBQ catering in Thruxton?
Compared with a DIY barbecue, no host is stuck flipping burgers all afternoon, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why us?
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Six meats to choose from
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
See how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
Towns and villages near Thruxton
Other occasions in Thruxton
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a PA or on a committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We’ll keep you both updated.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Tell us about children’s numbers
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you’re ready to eat.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away