Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Aston Tirrold
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Aston Tirrold.
- Engagement drinks
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
Planning an event in Aston Tirrold?
For event organisers in Aston Tirrold
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Tapas catering in Aston Tirrold, made fresh on the day
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. We cook gambas al ajillo, Serrano ham and croquetas, and we’re often booked for birthday and anniversary parties and tapas with a paella main course.
In a rural spot like Aston Tirrold, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Where
- Aston Tirrold (OX11)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Aston Tirrold
Other catering in Aston Tirrold
Planning a tapas spread in Aston Tirrold
Aston Tirrold is about 3 miles south-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. For tapas catering in Aston Tirrold, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Aston Tirrold. We cook in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 13 miles away.
Historic buildings near Aston Tirrold frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. For guests coming by train, Cholsey station is about 1.8 miles away. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Aston Tirrold, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in OX11, we plan around your venue and timings. That could mean an event in a garden on Baker Street, Spring Lane and Aston Street. For events just outside Aston Tirrold, we cover Blewbury (1 mile west), Woodway (2 miles south-west), East Hagbourne (2 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles west) and Coscote (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (13 miles north), Didcot (3 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-west), Wantage (10 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east) and Grove (10 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Brightwell Castle (3.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Chequers Inn Public House (less than half a mile north)
Paella compared with other options
Tapas are flexible, so they fit most plans. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- We cover Aston Tirrold and the whole of Oxfordshire
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
How we price tapas catering
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many staff you need
- How many courses
- Distance and access to the venue
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
How it works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, it is light in Aston Tirrold until about 9:25pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- We check your date.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Collect dietary needs
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Decide whether tapas are a starter, canapés or the whole meal
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Aston Tirrold questions
Do you cater in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to Aston Tirrold for guests?
The closest is Cholsey station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Are the tapas fresh?
We finish hot dishes on site; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
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 does tapas catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
About the dishes
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat.
Patatas bravas
Always popular and generally vegetarian.
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A spot for our serving station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Aston Tirrold
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- 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