Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Mapledurham
Treat your guests to live paella at your party in Mapledurham. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Anniversary celebrations
Paella party catering for Mapledurham events
Paella party catering in Mapledurham, cooked live
Most gardens can host a paella party, if there is a level spot away from fences and trees. Not sure? Send a photo. For big birthdays and celebrations of life, we will put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, tapas and vegetable paella.
In a small place like Mapledurham, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Area
- Mapledurham (RG8, RG4, RG31)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Mapledurham parties: what to know
Mapledurham is about 3 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Mapledurham or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Mapledurham is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (under half a mile east) and Basildon Park (3.7 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
We cover parties in every part of RG8, RG4 and RG31 and the streets around it. Whether your party is on St Mary's Avenue, Park Walk and The Short or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. We also cook at parties in Purley on Thames (1 mile south-west), Trench Green (1 mile north-east), Tilehurst (2 miles south), Chazey Heath (2 miles east) and Norcot (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north-west), Great Western Park (13 miles north-west) and Watlington (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.4 miles south-east) and Battle Hospital (2.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Mapledurham include South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Denefield School (1.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Roebuck pub (0.8 miles south)
Live paella or other catering?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- Fast service from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Mapledurham
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Mapledurham? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
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The process
When we arrive, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so we time everything to your schedule. Sunset in Mapledurham 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.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Tell us where to park and unload
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
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What paella party catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- The number of people
- Timings and hours
- Parking and unloading
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The address or venue name
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The date and rough timings
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
What’s in the pans
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Planning for every diet
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll help serve and clear so you can relax.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Churros
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Common questions in Mapledurham
Which station should guests use for Mapledurham?
The closest is Tilehurst station, roughly 1 mile away.
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Oxfordshire included. See all areas.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
- 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