West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Beedon
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Beedon. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Office parties and launches
- Drinks reception canapés
- Evening sharing boards
Tapas catering in Beedon
FAQs for Beedon
How far is Beedon from London?
Roughly 52 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come out to small places like Beedon?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Do you cover Beedon?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Beedon and the rest of West Berkshire. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Yes. Tapas can be booked without paella.
Can you cook indoors?
Usually we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
About our tapas catering in Beedon
The best spreads mix hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. For evening grazing and office parties and launches, we will put together a menu of albóndigas, gambas al ajillo and Manchego with membrillo and more.
Near Beedon, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Beedon (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Beedon: venues and local tips
Beedon is about 7 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Wherever your event is in the RG20 area, we can bring the pans to you. Beedon is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Beedon to Reading (14 miles away).
Historic buildings near Beedon often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Beedon is within about 4 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Here we cover the RG20 postcode area. Streets in the area include Stanmore Road and Weston's, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to Beedon for tapas catering include World's End (1 mile south), Peasemore (2 miles west), Downend (2 miles south), Chieveley (2 miles south) and North Heath (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Newbury (7 miles south), Thatcham (7 miles south), Burghfield Common (12 miles south-east), Speenhamland (6 miles south), Hungerford (11 miles south-west) and Calcot (12 miles east).
A little further out are Hampstead Norris Castle (2.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Beedon includes Snelsmore Common and Churn Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Downs School (2.3 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Coach pub (0.8 miles south)
Occasions we cook for in Beedon
Tapas are sociable food, because everyone shares.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Beedon, people book us for events such as:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Anniversary parties
- Tapas starters
- Welcome-drink canapés
After a ceremony at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
Before booking anyone
- How bad weather is handled
- If the price includes VAT
- The deadline for final numbers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
For event organisers in Beedon
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Space, weather and the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Room for a tapas table
- Venue approval for outside catering
- Space to finish hot dishes
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Manchego & membrillo
- Padrón peppers
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Collect dietary needs
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
Table tapas are set down to share.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Towns and villages near Beedon
More for events in Beedon
What tapas catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- Parking and unloading
- The length of service
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
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- What the venue already provides
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
The process
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. A summer drinks reception in Beedon has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it’s dark around 7:10pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- We clear away at the end.
How to prepare
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Read more
- 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