Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Bladon
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Bladon.
- Celebrations of life
- Garden get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering near Bladon
About our paella party catering in Bladon
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. Typical bookings include family get-togethers and baby celebrations, serving churros, mixed paella and seafood paella.
Country parties near Bladon suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Area
- Bladon (OX20)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
What happens on the day
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. For a late-May party in Bladon, sunset is around 9:00pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:30pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Your questions about paella party catering in Bladon
Which station should guests use for Bladon?
The closest is Hanborough station, roughly 1 mile away.
Is Bladon 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.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Generally. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Can you supply crockery?
If you need them. Crockery or disposables are available.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. Send your date and we will check.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, Oxfordshire included. See all areas.
Occasions we cook for in Bladon
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Bladon:
- Christenings and naming days
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Big family gatherings
- Garden get-togethers
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Martin's Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Bladon parties: what to know
Bladon is about 7 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. For paella party catering in Bladon, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Bladon is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Bladon to Oxford (about 7 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Blenheim Palace (0.9 miles north-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. For guests coming by train, Hanborough station is about 1 mile away.
Wherever your party is in OX20, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include The Green, Park Street and Lamb Lane; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. For parties just outside Bladon, we cover Woodstock (1 mile north), Begbroke (1 mile east), Church Hanborough (2 miles south-west), Long Hanborough (2 miles west) and Thrupp (2 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (7 miles south-east), Bicester (10 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles south), Witney (7 miles south-west), Carterton (11 miles south-west) and Kidlington (3 miles east).
A little further out are Oxford Bus Museum (1 mile west). Open spaces near Bladon include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Local schools include The Marlborough Church of England School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The White House (less than half a mile north)
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Have cover ready for a shower
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
How we price paella party catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- The paellas you choose
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Parking and unloading
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The date and time of the event
Planning paella party catering in Bladon? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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Why choose live paella in Bladon?
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Larger events generally cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Bladon
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
- 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