Oxfordshire · England
Paella party catering in Shillingford, Oxfordshire
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Shillingford.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Paella party catering near Shillingford
How our paella party catering works in Shillingford
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. Guests gather round, glass in hand, to watch. Whether it is retirement and leaving parties and anniversary celebrations, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, tapas and churros and more.
A country party near Shillingford is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Area
- Shillingford (OX10)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What’s in the pans
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Hosting a paella party in Shillingford
Shillingford is about 5 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Across the OX10 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cover 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Shillingford to Oxford (about 9 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Lawrence, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Cholsey station, about 4.3 miles south. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Shillingford, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in OX10, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Warborough Road, New Road and Hartley Close or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Other places close to Shillingford for paella party catering include Warborough (1 mile north), Dorchester (1 mile north-west), Brightwell-cum-Sotwell (1 mile south-west), Benson (2 miles south-east) and Berrick Salome (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Oxford (9 miles north-west), Didcot (5 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles north-west), Thame (11 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum (1.9 miles north) and Brightwell Castle (1.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Ewelme Watercress Beds and Wittenham Clumps.
- Schools near Shillingford include Wallingford School (1.9 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Six Bells Inn (under half a mile north-east)
Occasions we cook for in Shillingford
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Family get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Nearby historic houses include Brightwell Manor (1.8 miles south-west) and Clifton Hampden Manor (3.4 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
- The deposit and payment dates
- Whether travel is included
Places near Shillingford
Other catering in Shillingford
Shillingford questions
Do you come out to small places like Shillingford?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Shillingford for guests?
Cholsey station, about 4.3 miles south of the centre.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you cook inside?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
When you’re ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan.
Sangria sets the mood.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Is live paella right for your party?
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- We cover Shillingford and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Drinks service on request
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. Sunset in Shillingford is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- It’s served from the pan, and we clear our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Shillingford? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
What paella party catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Waiting and bar staff
- Guest numbers
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where we’d cook
- What the venue already provides
- The courses you’d like
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through 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