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Paella party catering in Horley, Oxfordshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Horley. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Baby celebrations
- Big family gatherings
Book paella party catering in Horley
About our paella party catering in Horley
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there is a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a picture if you are unsure. For garden parties and summer barbecues and retirement celebrations, we can cook mixed paella, vegetable paella and churros for your guests.
In a small place like Horley, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the set-up. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Area
- Horley (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about paella party catering in Horley
Which station should guests use for Horley?
Banbury station, about 3.5 miles south-east of the centre.
How far is Horley from London?
About 69 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Generally. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work. The main points are:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
Parties in Horley: gardens, venues and local tips
Horley is about 3 miles north-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. For a party in Horley, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Horley is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 25 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Ethelreda, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Historic houses near Horley include Upton House (3.2 miles west) and Farnborough Hall (3.2 miles north). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Anywhere in OX15, we can cook for your guests. Whether your party is on Manor Orchard and Little Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. For parties just outside Horley, we cover Wroxton (1 mile south), Drayton (2 miles south-east), Neithrop (3 miles south-east) and Ruscote (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Banbury (3 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (12 miles south-west), Grimsbury (4 miles south-east), Bloxham (5 miles south), Bodicote (5 miles south-east) and Upper Heyford (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Horton General Hospital (3.6 miles south-east) and Castle Quay Shopping Centre (3.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Crouch Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Red Lion pub (under half a mile south-east)
How the day works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. A summer party in Horley stays light until about 9:30pm at midsummer, 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.
- First, we check the 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 is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Plan cover in case of rain
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Also in Horley
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
Paella compared with other options
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Larger events usually 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 book with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- We cover Horley and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
We arrive before your guests to set up.
Sangria sets the mood.
Occasions we cook for in Horley
It works whatever the occasion, from christenings to retirements.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Celebrations of life
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Banbury station, about 3.5 miles south-east.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- The wet-weather plan
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Staff numbers and hours
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- 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