Oxfordshire · England
Paella Catering in Glympton
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event for events in Glympton.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Festivals, fairs and school events
- Leaving dos and retirements
Planning an event in Glympton?
Live paella in Glympton: local details
Glympton is about 9 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. For paella catering in Glympton, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cover all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Glympton to Oxford (about 12 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Tackley station, about 3.6 miles east. 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.
Anywhere in OX20, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on New Road and The Row or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Other places close to Glympton for paella catering include Wootton (1 mile south-east), Woodstock (3 miles south-east), Tackley (3 miles east), Bunkers Hill (4 miles south-east) and Shipton-on-Cherwell (4 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (12 miles south-east), Banbury (12 miles north), Bicester (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles south), Witney (9 miles south-west) and Carterton (13 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Glympton includes Blenheim Farm.
- Nearby, you will find Killingworth Castle pub (1 mile south-east)
Paella catering in Glympton, cooked live
A single cooking set-up can feed a crowd, there is very little waste, and the food arrives hot. It’s why live paella suits so many kinds of event. Typical bookings include retirement and leaving parties and naming days and family parties, with chicken and chorizo paella, vegan paella and vegetable paella.
Somewhere as small as Glympton, a garden or field is frequently the venue. Country lanes and long drives are no problem if we know about them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Location
- Glympton (OX20)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Mention any other courses or food
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch with your venue about timings.
Tapas or canapés make a good start while the paella cooks.
What paella catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Parking and unloading
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- What the venue already provides
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Common questions in Glympton
Which station should guests use for Glympton?
The closest is Tackley station, roughly 3.6 miles away.
How far is Glympton from London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Which paellas do you recommend?
Two or three is usual: a mixed or chicken paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. Our menu lists the options.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Accurate numbers help.
Do you cover Glympton?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Glympton and the rest of Oxfordshire. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
How the day works
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Around midsummer it stays light in Glympton until about 9:30pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- Start with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with paellas to suit your guests, plus any extras.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and the cooking spot.
- We set up, cook from scratch and keep an eye on your timings.
- Guests are served from the pan, and our area is cleared afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
Should I cook it myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Why choose paella catering in Glympton?
Live paella is made for outdoor events: cooked outside, served hot and shared.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Glympton and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Big birthdays
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Summer garden parties
Nearby historic houses include Blenheim Palace (3.5 miles south). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one.
What your quote should include
- When final numbers are due
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if it rains
- Who provides the crockery
Where we can cook in Glympton
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Level ground for the pans and burners
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
A closer look at the menu
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, rather than seafood. It’s a favourite with guests who don’t eat fish.
Black rice
Arroz negro is coloured and flavoured with squid ink, and is typically served with alioli. It makes a dramatic second seafood pan.
Towns and villages near Glympton
More for events in Glympton
Why choose live paella in Glympton?
With a barbecue, food comes in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Glympton
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read How we price And The cost guide.
- 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