West Berkshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Padworth Common events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Padworth Common: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Family reunions
Paella party catering near Padworth Common
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Paella party catering for your party in Padworth Common
A paella party works in most gardens, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Not sure? Send a photo. Whether it’s neighbourhood celebrations and retirement celebrations, we can cook vegetable paella, seafood paella and tapas and more.
Near Padworth Common, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the set-up. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Location
- Padworth Common (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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Where we can cook in Padworth Common
We will be honest if a space won’t work. The main points are:
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
Events we cater in Padworth Common
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Padworth Common and West Berkshire:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Family get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
Parks such as Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve generally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier.
Before you book anyone
- Who provides the crockery
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How late numbers can change
- The wet-weather plan
Paella compared with other options
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why choose Love Paella in Padworth Common
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at How we price And The cost guide.
FAQs for Padworth Common
How far is Padworth Common from London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Padworth Common?
Aldermaston station, about 1.7 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Padworth Common.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
When should I book?
Early for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
How much is live paella catering?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Count adults and children separately
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
When service is finished, we pack down quietly, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
What’s in the pans
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Sunset in Padworth Common 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.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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Padworth Common parties: what to know
Padworth Common is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. For a party in Padworth Common, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Padworth Common. We cook in 155 places in West Berkshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 7 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St John the Baptist, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, Aldermaston station is about 1.7 miles away.
We cover parties in every part of the RG7 postcode area and the streets around it. We can cater a party on streets such as Rectory Road and Baughurst Road. Other places close to Padworth Common for paella party catering include Old Warren (1 mile south), Padworth (1 mile north), Aldermaston Soke (1 mile south), Aldermaston (2 miles west) and Pamber Heath (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (9 miles west), Thatcham (6 miles west), Speenhamland (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north-east) and Shaw (9 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Calleva Museum (2.1 miles south). The countryside around Padworth Common includes Hosehill Lake.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The number of people
- Waiting and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The courses you’d like
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, 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