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Paella party catering in Clanfield, Oxfordshire
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Clanfield: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Family get-togethers
Live paella party catering in Clanfield
How our paella party catering works in Clanfield
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the party menu is complete. We’re often asked to cater anniversaries and engagement parties and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, with mixed paella, chicken and chorizo paella and churros.
A country party near Clanfield is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Clanfield (OX18)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. At midsummer, it is light in Clanfield until about 9:30pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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Occasions we cook for in Clanfield
It works for all ages and diets, from children to grandparents.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Summer garden parties
- Family get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Stephen, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- What happens if it rains
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Travel and parking costs
Clanfield parties: what to know
Clanfield is about 4 miles south of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. For paella party catering in Clanfield, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Clanfield is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our events stretch from Clanfield to Oxford (about 16 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Kelmscott Manor (2.7 miles south-west) and Buscot Park (4 miles south-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
For paella party catering in OX18, we plan around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Main Street, Wicks Close and Mill Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Weald (2 miles east), Black Bourton (2 miles north), Bampton (2 miles north-east), Carterton (4 miles north) and Aston (4 miles east). Larger places within reach include Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles east), Witney (7 miles north-east), Wantage (11 miles south-east), Grove (10 miles south-east), Faringdon (4 miles south) and Kidlington (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Longworth Hospital (3.8 miles south) and Radcot Castle (1.4 miles south). Not far away are Badbury Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Mason's Arms (under half a mile north-east)
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Space, weather and the venue
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Clanfield
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Count adults and children separately
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear so you can relax.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Towns and villages near Clanfield
What else we do in Clanfield
Live paella or other catering?
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so everyone eats together. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. 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 you get with us
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Take a look at How we price Or The cost guide.
Your questions about paella party catering in Clanfield
How far is Clanfield from London?
Roughly 66 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Stephen?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
What does paella party catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
Tapas keep guests going while they watch the pans.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
What paella party catering costs
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- Timings and hours
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The venue or postcode
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and time of the event
Planning paella party catering in Clanfield? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
- 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