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Live paella catering in Bury's Bank, West Berkshire
We cook live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event in Bury's Bank and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Naming days and family parties
- Community events and fairs
Book paella catering in Bury's Bank
How our paella catering works in Bury's Bank
One cooking area feeds plenty of people, very little goes to waste, and the food is served hot. It is why live paella suits so many kinds of event. We are frequently asked to cater retirement and leaving parties and anniversaries and engagement parties, serving chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and seafood paella.
In a hamlet or village like Bury's Bank, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a wonderful venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Area
- Bury's Bank (RG19)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. In Bury's Bank, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- It is served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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What’s in the pans
Black rice
Black rice gets its colour from squid ink, traditionally with alioli. It is a striking addition to a seafood menu.
Vegetable and vegan paella
The vegetable pan is a dish in its own right: peppers, artichokes and beans with saffron.
Perfect for your event in Bury's Bank
Live paella is made for outdoor events: cooked outside, served hot and shared.
Whatever you are celebrating in Bury's Bank, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Company summer parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Naming days and family parties
- Milestone birthday parties
Nearby historic houses include Shaw House (2.2 miles north-west) and Benham Park (3.6 miles north-west). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one.
Before booking anyone
- Space, access and power needs
- Who provides the crockery
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Where we can cook in Bury's Bank
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
Questions from Bury's Bank
How far is Bury's Bank from London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you cook in New Greenham Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
What does paella catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
What happens with live paella?
We bring everything needed to cook on site, cook while everyone watches, and serve when you are ready to eat.
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Why choose live paella in Bury's Bank?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and typically costs more per head. Live paella needs only a level, ventilated spot and permission to cook, and gives guests something to watch. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Fast service from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- A quote that spells everything out
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Catering an event in Bury's Bank
Bury's Bank is about 2 miles south-east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in RG19, we will come to your venue or garden. Bury's Bank is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Bury's Bank to Reading (14 miles away).
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Mary, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Newbury Racecourse station, about 1.2 miles north-west.
Anywhere in RG19, we can bring paella catering to you. For events just outside Bury's Bank, we cover Heads Hill (1 mile south-east), Bishop's Green (1 mile south), Headley (2 miles south-east), Mill Green (3 miles south-east) and Colthrop (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Hungerford (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (14 miles east), Calcot (11 miles east), Lambourn (13 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (10 miles east).
Nearby you will also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.6 miles north) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (0.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Bury's Bank include Audrey's Meadow.
- Nearby schools include St Bartholomew's School (1.7 miles west)
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Make sure most guests can sit to eat
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Give us separate numbers for children
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and keep in touch with you or your venue about timings.
Sangria and bar staff can be added to serve drinks you provide.
- 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