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Paella Party Catering for Haddenham events
Planning paella party catering in Haddenham? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Planning an event in Haddenham?
Haddenham parties: what to know
Haddenham is about 6 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Haddenham or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cook in 263 places across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 13 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 0.7 miles west. Historic houses near Haddenham include Waddesdon Manor (4.9 miles north). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Haddenham is within about 8 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cook at parties all over HP17. From High Street, Station Road and Printers Piece or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Nearby, we also cater parties in Kingsey (1 mile south), Cuddington (2 miles north), Gibraltar (2 miles north-east), Chearsley (2 miles north-west) and Towersey (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (6 miles north-east), High Wycombe (12 miles south-east), Chesham (14 miles east), Marlow (15 miles south-east), Amersham (15 miles south-east) and Elmhurst (6 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Dinton Castle (2.3 miles north-east) and Thame Community Hospital (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Haddenham include Snakemoor.
- Nearby, you will find The Green Dragon Public House (within half a mile south)
Paella party catering in Haddenham, made fresh on the day
Mixed groups are easy: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children usually love a simple chicken paella. Popular choices include churros, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and we are regularly asked to cater family reunions and birthday parties.
For a party in Haddenham, your garden is often the best venue. Let us know how we can get to the garden, and we will do the rest. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Haddenham (HP17)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Haddenham
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Churros
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Haddenham 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.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up in your garden or venue and start the sofrito.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Haddenham, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Common questions in Haddenham
Which station should guests use for Haddenham?
Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 0.7 miles west of the centre.
How far is Haddenham from London?
About 40 miles from central London.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Normally, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a picture and we’ll check.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you cater in Haddenham?
We do. Haddenham is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Why choose paella party catering in Haddenham?
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Summer garden parties
After a christening at a church like Parish Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Space, access and power needs
- VAT, if it applies
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Let the neighbours know
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Tell us how many children are coming
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
How we price paella party catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many guests are eating
- How many courses
- The paellas you choose
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- What the venue already provides
- Your date and when you want to eat
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Haddenham? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
Also in Haddenham
What’s in the pans
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
Why choose live paella in Haddenham?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Events in Haddenham and across Buckinghamshire
- A quote that spells everything out
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
- 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