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Paella party catering in Charlton, Oxfordshire
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Charlton and Oxfordshire, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Family get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Paella party catering near Charlton
Paella party catering in Charlton, made fresh on the day
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. On the menu are tapas, chicken and chorizo paella and churros, and we’re frequently booked for street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and big birthdays.
Around Charlton, a garden and a gazebo is all you need. A paella pan fits right in. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Charlton (OX12)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning a party in Charlton
Charlton is about 7 miles west of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your party in Charlton will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Charlton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 13 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Holy Trinity Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Charlton, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in OX12, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Grove Road, Little Lane and Ormond Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Being close to the A417, Charlton is simple for us to get to with everything for your party. If your venue is just outside Charlton, we also cover Wantage (1 mile west), East Challow (2 miles west), Letcombe Regis (2 miles south-west), West Challow (2 miles west) and Childrey (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north-west) and Faringdon (8 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (1.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
- Nearby schools include St Mary's School (0.6 miles south-west) and King Alfred's (0.7 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include Lord Nelson pub (within half a mile south-east)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. 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.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it’s served at its best. At midsummer, it is light in Charlton until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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What affects the price in Charlton
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- The number of people
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Charlton? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
About the dishes
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more to start.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
FAQs for Charlton
Is Charlton close to London?
Roughly 57 miles from the centre of London.
Do you cater in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Does it make plenty of smoke?
Paella is cooked over gas, so there is cooking steam and smell but little smoke. The smell is usually the best advert for the party.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Oxfordshire included. Find your area.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Is my garden big enough?
Most gardens are fine. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A photo helps.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Perfect for your party in Charlton
It’s sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Retirement celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Family reunions
- Celebrations of life
Parks such as Betjeman Millennium Park usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
Before booking anyone
- Staff numbers and hours
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
- 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