Oxfordshire · England
BBQ Catering for Upper Basildon
A barbecue in Upper Basildon, without you at the grill: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Informal weddings
- Summer staff days
- Summer parties in the garden
A barbecue near Upper Basildon
How our BBQ catering works in Upper Basildon
Some hosts in Upper Basildon pair a barbecue with a hog roast, giving guests both the spectacle and the variety. Ask and we’ll quote for both. Popular choices include beef burgers, coleslaw and beef brisket, and we’re regularly asked to cater relaxed weddings and evening receptions and community fun days.
Country barbecues near Upper Basildon are hard to beat on a summer evening. Plan shelter in case it rains. We bring plates as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
- Area
- Upper Basildon (RG8)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
- Flat ground outdoors for the barbecue
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Chicken skewers
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Beef brisket
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Sausages
Why choose BBQ catering in Upper Basildon?
Meat-free choices that are not an afterthought
Hosts in Upper Basildon book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Big birthday parties
- Charity fundraisers
- Work barbecues
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
If guests are travelling by rail, Pangbourne station, about 2.3 miles east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- Travel and any London charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- The full menu and the sides
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Prices and what affects them
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of people
- Distance from us
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Whether you want china
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address for an accurate figure.
What to tell us
When you contact us, please mention:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
We need a few details to quote: your date, your venue or postcode, how many people and any menu choices. Use our quote form.
For event organisers in Upper Basildon
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
For venues and planners, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Step by step
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves through the time you’ve chosen. For an evening barbecue in Upper Basildon, think about light: it’s light until about 9:25pm in June but only about 7:10pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- It starts with 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.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Let us know about tight access
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
We price every booking individually, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, in a roll or with sides.
Chicken skewers
For anyone avoiding pork or beef, chicken skewers are the answer.
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
We cook as your guests come up, while our staff serve and keep things flowing.
Sides turn a barbecue into a proper meal.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. When comparing prices, compare the same things: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Why book our barbecue in Upper Basildon
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Serving and clearing done for you
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
See our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
Common questions in Upper Basildon
Do you come out to small places like Upper Basildon?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and the cooking spot.
Which station is closest to Upper Basildon?
Pangbourne station, about 2.3 miles east of the centre.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Ask and we’ll quote for the mix.
What meats do you barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Three or four meats is plenty for most groups.
Can you cater in Upper Basildon?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Upper Basildon and Oxfordshire. Send us the address for a quote.
Do you need anything from us?
The main thing is an outdoor cooking spot we can reach. Let us know about the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
Upper Basildon barbecues: local tips
Upper Basildon is about 7 miles north-east of Thatcham, in Oxfordshire. We cover Upper Basildon and its neighbours for events. Upper Basildon is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cater. You can also see our page for Reading, about 8 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Basildon C.E. Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school. Nearby historic houses include Basildon Park (1.4 miles north-east) and Mapledurham House (4.7 miles east). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Upper Basildon. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about open cooking and vehicles, so check with yours.
Events anywhere in RG8 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. We can cater an event on streets such as Aldworth Road, Beckfords and Emery Acres, wherever there is an outdoor spot for the barbecue. We also bring barbecues to events in New Town (1 mile south-east), Stubbles (1 mile west), Ashampstead (2 miles west), Ashampstead Green (2 miles west) and Burnt Hill (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (10 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Wantage (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (11 miles east), Grove (15 miles north-west) and Benson (10 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Yattendon Castle (2.9 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Hartslock.
- Schools near Upper Basildon include St Andrew's School (1.4 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (under half a mile south-east)
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards