West Berkshire · England
BBQ Catering for Upper Lambourn
Want a barbecue in Upper Lambourn without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Club open days
- Community fun days
Planning an event in Upper Lambourn?
The menu, dish by dish
BBQ ribs
BBQ ribs bring a sticky, glazed favourite to the table.
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Sides include salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, depending on the occasion.
About our BBQ catering in Upper Lambourn
The barbecue goes on a level, open spot outdoors with cover over it, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Tell us about the space in Upper Lambourn and we’ll check it works. For sports clubs and team events and fundraising barbecues, we’ll put together a menu of pulled pork, halloumi skewers and BBQ ribs for your guests.
A barbecue in the countryside near Upper Lambourn makes a lovely summer party. Plan shelter in case it rains. Everything is cooked through properly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
- Where
- Upper Lambourn (RG17)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Where the barbecue can go in Upper Lambourn
The grill needs flat ground outdoors and cover overhead. Here’s what helps:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- Permission from the venue or landowner
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
What we serve
- Chicken skewers
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
Why a catered barbecue beats doing it yourself
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. What you choose to eat matters most: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Our staff serve and clear
- Served at the time you choose
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Add a hog roast alongside
Read our pricing and menu ideas for your barbecue.
Upper Lambourn barbecues: local tips
Upper Lambourn is about 7 miles south-west of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Upper Lambourn and the surrounding area are covered for events. Upper Lambourn is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. We cater events right across the region, from Upper Lambourn to Oxford (about 21 miles away).
The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 2 miles of Upper Lambourn. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first.
Wherever your event is in RG17, we can cook on site for your guests. We can cater an event on streets such as High Street and Maddle Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lambourn (1 mile south-east), Sheepdrove (2 miles east), Woolstone (5 miles north), Kingston Lisle (5 miles north) and Westcot (5 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (13 miles south-east), Thatcham (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (13 miles south-east), Hungerford (8 miles south), Shaw (13 miles south-east) and Wash Common (14 miles south-east).
The countryside around Upper Lambourn includes Seven Barrows and Rams Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Malt Shovel pub (0.6 miles south-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so check before booking. We will liaise with them on access and set-up.
Events we cater in Upper Lambourn
Halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
Hosts in Upper Lambourn book us for everything from small get-togethers to big outdoor events. For example:
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Fundraising days
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Family celebrations
Among the historic houses close to Upper Lambourn are Ashdown House (2.1 miles west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early.
Before you book anyone
- The full menu and the sides
- Payment terms and cancellation policy
- Plates, china and cutlery
- Whether travel is included
Allergies and dietary needs
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve. To help:
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
After service, our staff clear up, leaving the spot tidy.
Ask about china for a sit-down meal, at extra cost.
Your questions about a catered barbecue in Upper Lambourn
Do you come out to small places like Upper Lambourn?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Is Upper Lambourn close to London?
About 63 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Will you clear up afterwards?
We tidy the serving area. Ask if you’d like china.
Do you bring plates?
We supply plates as standard. China is available at an extra cost.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, and our staff serve and clear.
Does rain stop the barbecue?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year. Plan shelter for your guests.
How we price a catered barbecue
We don’t use a fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Whether you want china
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
Compare like for like: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
What we need to know
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Rough numbers
- Allergies we should know about
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
How the day works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then our chef cooks and the team serves for as long as we’ve agreed. Sunset in Upper Lambourn is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so an early-evening barbecue is generally in daylight.
- Start with the occasion, the date and the venue.
- You get a suggested menu and a price.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Hot food is served through the agreed time.
- We tidy up before we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Gather dietary requirements early
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Keep the spot clear of buildings, marquee walls and overhanging branches
Ask for a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so it’s easy to compare like for like. Use our quote form.
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- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards