West Berkshire · England
Paella party catering in Thatcham, West Berkshire
Looking for paella party catering in Thatcham? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Milestone birthdays
- Anniversary celebrations
Book paella party catering in Thatcham
Thatcham questions
How far is Thatcham from London?
About 51 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater a reception after a service at United Reformed Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you supply crockery?
We can. Let us know and we’ll add it to the quote.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Generally, if there is outdoor space to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
How our paella party catering works in Thatcham
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. We are frequently asked to cater celebrations of life and birthday parties, serving mixed paella, tapas and vegetable paella.
In Thatcham, home and the local hall are popular party venues. Paella works in either, as long as there’s outdoor or ventilated space. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Thatcham (RG19, RG18)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
What happens on the day
Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. Sunset in Thatcham is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in Thatcham
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Read Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What affects the price in Thatcham
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How long we’re needed on site
- Whether you need crockery
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
Planning paella party catering in Thatcham? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Tell us how many children are coming
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Parties in Thatcham: gardens, venues and local tips
Thatcham is about 12 miles north-west of Basingstoke, in West Berkshire. For a party in Thatcham, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. We cater in all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 13 miles away.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Thatcham station, about 0.9 miles south-east. Nearby historic houses include Shaw House (2.7 miles west) and Benham Park (4.8 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Anywhere in RG19 and RG18, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and Flagstaff Square; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Main roads around Thatcham include the A4, so getting the burners and pans to your party is simple. Close by, we cover parties in Benham Hill (1 mile west), Ashmore Green (2 miles north-west), Cold Ash (2 miles north), Upper Bucklebury (2 miles north-east) and Stone Copse (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles west), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (12 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east). As one of the bigger places in West Berkshire, Thatcham has lots of places to hold a party.
Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.2 miles south-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.5 miles west). The countryside around Thatcham includes Nature Discovery Centre.
- Local schools include Kennet School (under half a mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Old Chequers Public House (under half a mile south)
Nearby places to Thatcham
What else we do in Thatcham
Who books paella party catering in Thatcham?
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Retirement celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
- Summer garden parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as United Reformed Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Before booking anyone
- How long the team stays
- A clear list of what’s included
- How each diet is kept separate
- The venue requirements
- 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