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BBQ Catering in Tokers Green
Fresh from the grill, served at your event in Tokers Green: a full barbecue menu, plus sides, served by our staff.
- Neighbourhood parties
- Leaving parties
- Big birthday parties
Book a BBQ in Tokers Green
Organising for someone else?
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before you book. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you will need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
How our BBQ catering works in Tokers Green
A barbecue suits mixed groups well, because there is beef, chicken and pork to choose from, plus halloumi and vegetable skewers and a vegan burger or sausage. We are often asked to cater cricket, football and rugby club days and Fêtes, fairs and sports days, with chicken skewers, BBQ ribs and sausages.
In a small place like Tokers Green, a barbecue in a garden, a paddock or the village green with permission is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and ground, and we will plan the route. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. A quick checklist:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Coleslaw
What affects the price in Tokers Green
We work out each quote from:
- Season and day of the week
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Plates or china
- The number of people
What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
- Roughly how many people
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Questions from Tokers Green
Which station is closest to Tokers Green?
The closest is Tilehurst station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Tokers Green?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
What do children typically eat?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, with a vegan sausage for any vegetarian children. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
Do you cater for vegetarians?
Yes. There is a halloumi option and a vegan option.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Meat is cooked until it is steaming hot all the way through, with no pink and juices running clear, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Yes, we clear up after service. China is available on request.
When should we book BBQ catering?
As soon as you know the date, particularly for a summer weekend. Short notice is still worth a try: fill in our quote form.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with a cold buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why us?
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Staff to serve, so you do not have to
- An itemised quote
- Our chef at the grill, not you
See how we price or BBQ menu ideas.
Planning a barbecue in Tokers Green
Tokers Green is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Hosts in Tokers Green book us for events of all sizes. We bring barbecues to 34 places in Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Tilehurst station, about 2.2 miles south-west. PTAs at schools such as Kidmore End Church of England Primary School frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
Wherever your event is in RG4, we can bring the barbecue to you. Local streets include Tokers Green Lane, Dysonswood Lane and Bardolph's Close; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Chalkhouse Green (1 mile north-east), Caversham Heights (1 mile south), Emmer Green (1 mile south-east), Caversham (2 miles south-east) and Caversham Park Village (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Norcot (3 miles south-west), West Reading (3 miles south), Tilehurst Within (3 miles south-west), Shinfield (6 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east) and Horncastle (4 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Broad Street Mall (2.8 miles south) and Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
- Local schools include Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (1.1 miles south-east) and The Warwick School (1.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Pack Saddle pub (within half a mile south-west)
Places near Tokers Green
What else we do in Tokers Green
Perfect for your event in Tokers Green
Cooked in front of your guests
In Tokers Green, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Summer staff days
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Neighbourhood parties
- Evening wedding food
Historic houses near Tokers Green include Mapledurham House (1.9 miles west) and Greys Court (3.9 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What crockery is supplied
- Whether travel is included
What happens on the day
The barbecue goes on the agreed spot, so your event carries on around us. We will place the grill so smoke drifts away from guests. By late September, sunset in Tokers Green is about 7:10pm; in December it’s about 3:55pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Send us the date, the place and roughly how many.
- Choose your meats and sides.
- We confirm the cooking spot and send a quote.
- We cook on site and serve at the agreed time.
- We clear up and go.
How to prepare
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Tell us about narrow gates or side passages
How to get a price
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Send us your details through our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, they’re the easy crowd-pleaser.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Some guests will be vegetarian, and halloumi skewers give them a proper hot option.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, right through the service.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served by our staff at the time you choose, then cleared away