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Paella Catering for Shipton-on-Cherwell events
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event for events in Shipton-on-Cherwell.
- Retirement celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
Live paella catering in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Catering an event in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Shipton-on-Cherwell is about 7 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Shipton-on-Cherwell. We cover all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 7 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like The Marlborough Church of England School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. For a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of Holy Cross, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
We cater events across the OX5 postcode area. Other places close to Shipton-on-Cherwell for paella catering include Thrupp (1 mile south), Bunkers Hill (1 mile north-west), Woodstock (2 miles west), Begbroke (2 miles south) and Bladon (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (7 miles south-east), Banbury (15 miles north), Bicester (7 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (9 miles south-west) and Carterton (14 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Woodsides Meadow.
- Pubs nearby include The Boat Public House (0.6 miles south)
Paella catering for your event in Shipton-on-Cherwell
There is something generous about paella: big pans, bright colours and a crispy base everyone wants a spoonful of. It makes the food an event in itself. Whether it is weddings and evening receptions and big birthdays, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, paella Valenciana and vegetable paella and more.
Somewhere like Shipton-on-Cherwell, a field or garden is frequently the perfect setting. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Shipton-on-Cherwell (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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Occasions we cook for in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets, so it suits all kinds of occasions. It also gives guests something to watch and talk about.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Shipton-on-Cherwell:
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Company summer parties
For guests coming by train, Tackley station is about 2.3 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- Whether VAT is included
- The venue requirements
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
The process
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. In Shipton-on-Cherwell, the sun sets at about 9:30pm in late June and about 7:10pm in late September, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- It’s served straight from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Make sure each pan is labelled
- Have seats for most of your guests
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Put allergy details in writing
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.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside and suit guests who aren’t big rice eaters.
A closer look at the menu
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together, for guests who want a bit of everything.
Vegetable and vegan paella
Seasonal vegetables on a rich sofrito base make a proper main dish. For vegans, the stock is plant-based.
Common questions in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of Holy Cross?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Shipton-on-Cherwell for guests?
Tackley station, about 2.3 miles north of the centre.
Is paella a full meal?
It is a full meal on its own. Many hosts add tapas first or dessert after.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
What paella catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Travel, parking and access
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where we’d cook
Planning paella catering in Shipton-on-Cherwell? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Where we can cook in Shipton-on-Cherwell
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegan paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood 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