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Tapas Catering in Beddington
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Beddington and the surrounding area.
- Evening grazing
- Anniversary parties
- Engagement celebrations
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About our tapas catering in Beddington
For standing receptions, canapés work best; for seated meals, table tapas. Lots of events do both. Typical bookings include engagement celebrations and tapas starters, with tortilla española, albóndigas and patatas bravas.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Beddington. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Where
- Beddington (CR0, SM6, CR9)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Beddington: venues and local tips
Beddington is about 2 miles west of Croydon, in Greater London. Events in Beddington are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Beddington is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 9 miles away.
A picnic in Waddon Ponds? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Waddon station, about 0.7 miles east.
Tapas catering in CR0, SM6 and CR9 is planned around your venue and timings. From Guy Road, Mill Lane and Church Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. We also cook at events in Bandonhill (1 mile south), Wallington (1 mile south-west), Waddon (1 mile south-east), Old Town (1 mile east) and Roundshaw (1 mile south). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (9 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (9 miles north), St Pancras (11 miles north) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Centrale Croydon (1.3 miles east) and Croydon University Hospital (1.6 miles north-east). Not far away are Wilderness Island and Duppas Hill.
- Nearby schools include Wallington County Grammar School (0.7 miles west) and The Archbishop Lanfranc School (1.4 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Plough pub (within half a mile south)
- Local facilities include County Borough of Croydon (1.4 miles east)
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
As a London location, Beddington is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
Planners, venues and businesses
Throwing 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.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Should I cook it myself?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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.
Why choose tapas catering in Beddington?
Big or small, tapas work.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Anniversary parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Office parties and launches
- Drinks parties and receptions
If you are looking at a historic venue around Beddington, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Before booking anyone
- Space, access and power needs
- The wet-weather plan
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Beddington questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is parking a problem for events in Beddington?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will talk it through before the day.
How long does the paella take?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Potato omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, often with alioli.
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What happens on the day
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Sunset in Beddington is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
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.
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Paella compared with other options
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Beddington hosts choose us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Sangria and bar staff available
- A quote that spells everything out
See How we price Or The cost guide.
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:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Add sangria or cava
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Spanish desserts to finish.
- 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