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Paella party catering in Aston Tirrold, Oxfordshire
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Aston Tirrold. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
Paella party catering in Aston Tirrold
How our paella party catering works in Aston Tirrold
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a photo if you are unsure. For celebrations of life and family reunions, we can cook mixed paella, tapas and seafood paella for your guests.
In a small place like Aston Tirrold, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Aston Tirrold (OX11)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Aston Tirrold is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Your questions about paella party catering in Aston Tirrold
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Michael: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Aston Tirrold close to London?
Roughly 48 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Yes, if there’s a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Do you cater in Aston Tirrold?
We do. We cook at events in Aston Tirrold and across Oxfordshire. Send us your date to check availability.
Aston Tirrold parties: what to know
Aston Tirrold is about 3 miles south-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your party in Aston Tirrold, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cook in 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 13 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Michael, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Cholsey station, about 1.8 miles east. Aston Tirrold is within about 4 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in OX11 is planned around your venue and timings. We can cater a party on streets such as Baker Street, Spring Lane and Aston Street. We also cook at parties in Blewbury (1 mile west), Woodway (2 miles south-west), East Hagbourne (2 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles west) and Coscote (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles north), Didcot (3 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-west), Wantage (10 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east) and Grove (10 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Brightwell Castle (3.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Aston Tirrold include Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers Inn Public House (under half a mile north)
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
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Perfect for your party in Aston Tirrold
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from children to grandparents.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Aston Tirrold and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Christenings and naming days
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Family get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
Historic houses near Aston Tirrold include Brightwell Manor (3.3 miles north-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What your quote should include
- The wet-weather plan
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Have bins ready
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Count adults and children separately
Kids are fascinated by the giant pans, from a safe distance.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Whether you need crockery
- Waiting and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- Parking and unloading
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.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The date and rough timings
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The address or venue name
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Space, weather and the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Is live paella right for your party?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you’re a guest too. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
What you get with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- A quote that spells everything out
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- 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