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Paella party catering in Stubbles, Oxfordshire
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Stubbles and the surrounding area.
- Naming days and christenings
- Birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
Book paella party catering in Stubbles
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Stubbles
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Paella party catering in Stubbles, made fresh on the day
Most gardens can host a paella party, as long as there is a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a picture if you’re unsure. We’re often asked to cater celebrations of life and christenings and naming days, with chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and seafood paella.
In a small place like Stubbles, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Stubbles (RG8)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Plan seats for most guests
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
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 enjoy the party, let us cook.
About the dishes
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Hosting a paella party in Stubbles
Stubbles is about 7 miles north-east of Thatcham, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your party in Stubbles will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Stubbles is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our events stretch from Stubbles to Reading (9 miles away).
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Clement, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nearby historic houses include Basildon Park (2.5 miles north-east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Stubbles, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in RG8, so your party can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Stubbles for paella party catering include Ashampstead (1 mile north-west), Ashampstead Green (1 mile north-west), Upper Basildon (1 mile east), Burnt Hill (1 mile south) and New Town (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Didcot (9 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north), Wantage (13 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (12 miles east), Grove (14 miles north-west) and Benson (10 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Yattendon Castle (1.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Stubbles include Hartslock.
Paella compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And nobody is stuck at the grill. 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.
What you get with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- A quote that spells everything out
See How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
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What affects the price in Stubbles
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What the venue already provides
- Which courses you have in mind
- Where the event is
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.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. At midsummer, it’s light in Stubbles until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Events we cater in Stubbles
Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Stubbles book us for occasions like:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
If guests are coming by rail, Goring & Streatley station is about 3.1 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deposit and payment dates
Questions from Stubbles
How far is Stubbles from London?
About 46 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Stubbles for guests?
The closest is Goring & Streatley station, roughly 3.1 miles away.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Stubbles.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Can you cook indoors?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
- 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