West Berkshire · England
Festival & event paella in Hollington, West Berkshire
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events makes the food a highlight of your event in Hollington.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- School and charity events
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
Festival paella catering in Hollington
A closer look at the menu
Giant paella pans
It’s the huge pan people come to see.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky and filling, popular with families.
How our festival paella catering works in Hollington
We cook at festivals, fairs, markets, school and charity events, sports days and open days. Whether it’s school and charity events and feeding crew and volunteers, we’ll put together a menu of vegan paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella and more.
At a fête or field event near Hollington, a paella stall brings a hot, filling meal to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and access. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Hollington (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Hollington
More for events in Hollington
Occasions we cook for in Hollington
It handles peak times well, thanks to big-batch cooking.
In Hollington and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
- Festivals
- Country shows
- Charity and school events
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Thomas? A paella pan draws people in.
What to look for in a quote
- How bad weather is handled
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- How long the team stays
- When final numbers are due
Paella compared with other options
Not every trader covers vegans. A paella stall can have a vegan pan alongside the rest. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
Where we can cook in Hollington
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Vehicle access before and after the event
- Spacing from tents and other structures
- Clear information on power, water and waste
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Hollington
- Tapas
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Giant paella pans
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Running an event in Hollington
Hollington is about 5 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For festival paella catering in Hollington, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Hollington. Hollington is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 20 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, Kintbury station is about 4.9 miles away. School fairs, for a school like St Thomas' Church of England Infant School, are a natural fit for a paella stall.
Here we cover the RG20 postcode area. If your venue is just outside Hollington, we also cover Highclere (1 mile north-east), Woolton Hill (2 miles north-east), Penwood (2 miles north-east), Ball Hill (2 miles north) and Enborne Row (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cater in Newbury (5 miles north-east), Thatcham (8 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (15 miles east), Speenhamland (6 miles north-east), Hungerford (7 miles north-west) and Lambourn (13 miles north-west).
A little further out are Newbury Castle (4.2 miles north). Not far away are Kintbury Newt Ponds and Pilot Hill.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Ask traders about packaging and waste
- Schedule crew meals
- Make allergen information visible at every stall
- Send traders one clear trader pack
We cook in full view of visitors, and serve from the pan throughout the event.
Bowls and forks for eating on the go.
How we price festival paella catering
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Guest numbers
- Your choice of paellas
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The length of service
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Thinking about festival paella catering for your event in Hollington? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
How the day works
Here’s how the day generally runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, events in Hollington stay light until about 9:25pm, which helps evening trading. Winter markets, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Organisers send us the event details, dates and pitch information.
- We confirm our menu, pitch needs and documents.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We cook in front of the crowd and serve from the pan all event.
- We pack down and leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Hollington: your questions answered
Is Hollington too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station should guests use for Hollington?
The closest is Kintbury station, roughly 4.9 miles away.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll make a plan B with you.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
How much does festival paella catering cost in Hollington?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
- 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