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Festival & event paella in Ecchinswell, West Berkshire
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events turns food into part of your event in Ecchinswell.
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
- Country shows
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Book festival paella catering in Ecchinswell
Festival paella catering in Ecchinswell, made fresh on the day
Paella in a bowl is perfect festival food, standing up or sitting on the grass. On the menu are chicken and chorizo paella, vegan paella and giant-pan paella, and we are regularly asked to cater sports clubs and race days and VIP and hospitality areas.
Near Ecchinswell, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a paella stall is a welcome sight. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan.
- Where
- Ecchinswell (RG20)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. For an evening event in Ecchinswell, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- First, we check the dates.
- We agree what we will serve and where.
- We set up our burners and pans.
- Pans are cooking as gates open.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Before we arrive
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Organising a club, school or community event in Ecchinswell? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Who books festival paella catering in Ecchinswell?
It works at small fêtes and big festivals.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. In Ecchinswell, people book us for occasions like:
- Village fêtes
- Charity and school events
- Agricultural and county shows
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
If you are organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Ecchinswell and Sydmonton Church of England Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- When final numbers are due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The venue requirements
Questions from Ecchinswell
Which station should guests use for Ecchinswell?
Thatcham station, about 4.6 miles north of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Ecchinswell?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you cover Ecchinswell?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Ecchinswell is within our area and the rest of West Berkshire. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Why choose live paella in Ecchinswell?
Burger and hot dog stalls are familiar but similar. A paella pan stands out. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- Catering across West Berkshire, including Ecchinswell
- A quote that spells everything out
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Check allergen info is on display
- Provide seating near the food
- Book crew catering in advance
- Ensure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
We set up at the agreed time, following your trader pack.
Vegan paella alongside the rest.
Ecchinswell events: pitches and permissions
Ecchinswell is about 5 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We bring festival paella catering to gardens, halls and venues around Ecchinswell and the surrounding area. Ecchinswell is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Lawrence? A paella pan draws people in. For visitors coming by rail, Thatcham station is about 4.6 miles away.
Anywhere in RG20, we can cook for your guests. Local streets include Mill Lane, Oakfields Close and Ecchinswell Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Kingsclere (2 miles east), Bishop's Green (2 miles north), Headley (2 miles north-east), Plastow Green (2 miles north-east) and Mill Green (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (5 miles north), Thatcham (5 miles north), Burghfield Common (11 miles north-east), Speenhamland (5 miles north), Hungerford (12 miles north-west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (5.1 miles north) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Ladle Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Nearby schools include The Clere School (2 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Royal Oak pub (under half a mile west)
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How we price festival paella catering
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How many courses
- The number of people
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How long we are needed on site
Larger events generally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Ecchinswell, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning the cooking area
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Room for our cooking and serving area
- Details of power, water and waste arrangements
- A level pitch on firm ground
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Ecchinswell
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Giant paella pans
- Churros
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- 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