Oxfordshire · England
Festival & event paella in Chilton, Oxfordshire
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Chilton and the surrounding area.
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
- Village fêtes
- Open days and community events
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Event catering near Chilton
Chilton is about 4 miles south-west of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX11, we can bring the pans to you. Chilton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 13 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, Didcot Parkway station is about 3.7 miles away. Running a fête for a church like Church of All Saints? A paella pan draws people in. Events in and around the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Chilton, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
Here we cover the OX11 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Main Street, Lawson Lane and Crafts End or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. For events just outside Chilton, we cover Upton (2 miles north-east), West Hagbourne (2 miles north-east), Harwell (2 miles north), Coscote (2 miles north-east) and Blewbury (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (13 miles north), Didcot (4 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north), Wantage (6 miles west), Grove (6 miles north-west) and Faringdon (14 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Atlas Computer Laboratory (1 mile north-west). The countryside around Chilton includes Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Crown at Chilton pub (within half a mile south-west)
Festival paella catering in Chilton, cooked live
Nothing draws a festival crowd like a huge paella. The sight and smell of it cooking brings people over, and service from the pan is fast. Whether it is country shows and farmers’ and Christmas markets, we’ll put together a menu of vegan paella, seafood paella and churros.
Near Chilton, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a paella stall is a welcome sight. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Chilton (OX11)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. For an evening event in Chilton, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Organisers send us the event details, dates and pitch information.
- We confirm what we’ll serve, our pitch needs and any paperwork.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- Pans cook in full view and we serve throughout the event.
- At the end, we clear our pitch.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Chilton, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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What else we do in Chilton
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Before you choose a spot
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A pitch big enough for the pans, burners and serving table
- Trader information and site rules
- Flat, firm ground
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Giant paella pans
How we price festival paella catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- The date and rough timings
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The courses you’d like
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Provide seating near the food
- Check allergen info is on display
- Plan for vegan and gluten-free visitors
- Ask traders about serving speed at peak times
Pans cook in full view, serving throughout the event.
Bowl food for easy eating on the move.
Events we cater in Chilton
It suits outdoor events of all sizes.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Sports clubs and race days
- Charity and school events
- Village fêtes
- Music and food festivals
School fairs, for a school like Chilton County Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall.
Before you book anyone
- Who provides the crockery
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The wet-weather plan
- Payment terms and deposit
Questions from Chilton
Do you come out to small places like Chilton?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Is Chilton close to London?
About 52 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come to Chilton?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Chilton is within our area. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
How many paellas should we have?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Why choose live paella in Chilton?
Not every trader covers vegans. A paella stall can have a vegan pan alongside the rest. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A quote that spells everything out
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Giant paella pans
The giant pan is the star.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Popular with families.
- 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