Reading · England
Barbecue Catering in Whitley, Reading
BBQ catering in Whitley: our chef cooks on site, from burgers and sausages to ribs, pulled pork and brisket, and our staff serve.
- Fundraising barbecues
- Family celebrations
- Summer parties in the garden
Planning an event in Whitley?
Whitley: your questions answered
Is Whitley close to London?
About 38 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station is closest to Whitley?
Reading Green Park station, about 1.7 miles west of the centre.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Of course. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate; ask about china if you’d like it.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
We can. The hog roast feeds a crowd at once, and the barbecue adds choice.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, so you are not left with the mess.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Sides include salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you cover Whitley?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Whitley and Reading. Send us the address for a quote.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Yes, generally: burgers and sausages in a roll are easy for small hands. Tell us how many children to expect.
How our BBQ catering works in Whitley
In Whitley, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: familiar food, lots of choice and no formality. The difference with a catered barbecue is that nobody from your party is stuck at the grill. For engagement and anniversary parties and cricket, football and rugby club days, we’ll put together a menu of beef brisket, BBQ ribs and beef burgers.
Around Whitley, a garden with room to spare is all you need. It suits that kind of day, and you won’t spend it cooking. We bring the people to serve and clear up, so nobody in your party has to serve or tidying up afterwards.
Places near Whitley
What else we do in Whitley
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
A hog roast and a barbecue together cover every taste.
How the day works
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it is a case of cooking and serving for as long as we’ve agreed. A summer barbecue in Whitley stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a barbecue a long summer evening. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- Tell us about your event: date, address and numbers.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We set up under cover before service.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve.
- We clear the serving area and go.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
- Let us know about children’s numbers
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RG2 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time. We will check the date and send a quote. Use our quote form.
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Why choose BBQ catering in Whitley?
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, with beef, chicken and pork rather than one main meat. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so some events have both. The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Our staff serve and clear
- Served at the time you choose
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We will keep everyone in the loop.
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers, sharing timings and a site plan.
Before you choose a spot
The cooking area is the main thing to plan. A quick checklist:
- A step-free route to wheel the equipment in
- A spot where smoke won’t blow into the house or marquee
- A spot well clear of buildings
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Whitley
- Beef burgers
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
About the food
Chicken skewers
Chicken gives guests who don’t eat pork or beef a meat option.
Beef burgers
No barbecue is complete without burgers, loved by most ages.
Barbecue venues around Whitley
Whitley is about 1 mile west of Earley, in Reading. We’re happy to travel to Whitley for events and the places nearby. We cater all 34 towns and villages across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
If guests are travelling by rail, Reading Green Park station is about 1.7 miles away. PTAs at schools such as John Madejski Academy frequently look for a barbecue for fairs and sports days.
We cover events in every part of the RG2, RG1 and RG19 postcode area. From Litton Road, Totnes Road and Winton Road or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Other places close to Whitley we cover include Whitley Wood (1 mile south), Earley (1 mile east), Green Park (1 mile west), Great Lea Common (1 mile south-west) and Reading (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Caversham (3 miles north), Norcot (4 miles north-west), Tilehurst Within (4 miles north-west), Arborfield Garrison (4 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (4 miles north) and Horncastle (3 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.6 miles north) and The Oracle (1.8 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Sonning Hill.
- Local schools include Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School (less than half a mile north-west) and Crosfields School (0.7 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include World Turned Upside Down pub (less than half a mile west)
- Other local spots include University of Reading library (1.1 miles north-east)
How we price a catered barbecue
We work out each quote from:
- Numbers
- Access to the cooking area
- Crockery choices
- Travel to Whitley
Weekday and off-season dates can be easier to book, and the menu you choose makes a difference too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What we need to know
To check the date and the space, we’ll need:
- Your date and serving time
- Any venue rules
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rough numbers
Every event is quoted on its own, because numbers, menu, serving time and travel vary. Ask us for a quote for your event: use our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Whitley
Hot food straight off the grill
A barbecue suits all kinds of events in Whitley. Some of the most common are:
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Sports clubs and team events
Churches such as St Agnes rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby generally does.
What your quote should include
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether plates or china are included
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away