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Festival & event paella in Charlton, Oxfordshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Charlton. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Village fêtes
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
- Country shows
Live festival paella catering in Charlton
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. For an evening event in Charlton, sunset is about 9:00pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We confirm menu, pitch needs and documents.
- We arrive and set up at the agreed time.
- We cook in full view and serve all event.
- We pack down and tidy the pitch.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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How our festival paella catering works in Charlton
Festivals, fairs, markets and community events are all on our list in and around Charlton. Typical bookings include race days and sports events and charity and school events, with churros, seafood paella and giant-pan paella.
In Charlton, one trader covering most diets keeps it simple. Paella does exactly that. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Where
- Charlton (OX12)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Agree waste arrangements with traders
- Plan for vegan and gluten-free visitors
- Check allergen info is on display
- Put picnic tables near the traders
We set up at the agreed time, following your trader pack.
Vegan paella alongside the rest.
Live paella or other catering?
If you want a trader that adds atmosphere, paella is a strong choice. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why book with us
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Charlton
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Sangria and bar staff available
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Towns and villages near Charlton
More for events in Charlton
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Details of power, water and waste arrangements
- Room for our cooking and serving area
- The event’s site rules and timings
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Charlton
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Vegan paella
- Tapas
- Giant paella pans
- Chicken & chorizo paella
A closer look at the menu
Giant paella pans
It is the giant pan people come to see.
Vegan paella
Vegans get a hot, filling dish.
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
What festival paella catering costs
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- How many guests are eating
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
- Whether you need crockery
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- The courses you’d like
Planning festival paella catering in Charlton? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Questions from Charlton
Do you trade at school fairs around Charlton?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Could we have live paella in Betjeman Millennium Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Will you have a stall at our event?
Send us the details, and we will confirm availability and requirements.
How long do you need on site?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Charlton
Charlton is about 7 miles west of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX12, we will come to your venue or garden. Charlton is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 13 miles away.
If your event is in Betjeman Millennium Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we’ll supply our paperwork. School fairs, for a school like Charlton Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. Within about 8 miles is the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
We cover events in every part of the OX12 postcode area. That could mean an event in a garden on Grove Road, Little Lane and Ormond Road or the roads around them. Being close to the A417, Charlton is simple for us to get to for your event. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Wantage (1 mile west), East Challow (2 miles west), Letcombe Regis (2 miles south-west), West Challow (2 miles west) and Childrey (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north-west) and Faringdon (8 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (1.8 miles north). Not far away are Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
- Local schools include St Mary's School (0.6 miles south-west) and King Alfred's (0.7 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Lord Nelson pub (within half a mile south-east)
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff