Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering for Westcot events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Westcot.
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Big birthdays
Paella party catering for Westcot events
Paella party catering for your party in Westcot
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, without any fuss. On the menu are churros, vegetable paella and tapas, and we’re often booked for leaving dos and retirements and birthday parties.
In a small place like Westcot, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Location
- Westcot (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Hosting a paella party in Westcot
Westcot is about 4 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Wherever your party is in the OX12 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cook in 443 places in Oxfordshire. Our events stretch from Westcot to Oxford (16 miles away).
Westcot is within about 6 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX12, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Close by, we cover parties in Sparsholt (1 mile east), Kingston Lisle (1 mile west), Woolstone (3 miles west), Upper Lambourn (5 miles south) and Sheepdrove (5 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Didcot (11 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (13 miles north), Wantage (4 miles east) and Grove (4 miles east).
A little further out are Faringdon Day Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Uffington Museum (2.5 miles west). Not far away are Rams Hill and Letcombe Valley.
FAQs for Westcot
Do you come out to small places like Westcot?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Westcot from London?
About 61 miles from central London.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella goes down well with children. Include children in your numbers.
What does paella party catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
What do you need at the venue?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
On request. Crockery or disposables can be added.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
For event organisers in Westcot
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
How the day works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. For a late-May party in Westcot, sunset is around 9:00pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
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A closer look at the menu
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
How we price paella party catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What we need to know
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Which courses you have in mind
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Send us the date, your venue or OX12 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
DIY paella versus live catering
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Occasions we cook for in Westcot
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement celebrations
- Birthday parties
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of the Holy Rood, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each dish
- Staff numbers and hours
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Why choose live paella in Westcot?
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Love Paella in Westcot
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Fast service from the pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
- 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