Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Freeland
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Freeland and across Oxfordshire.
- Evening sharing boards
- Engagement celebrations
- Drinks parties and receptions
Book tapas catering in Freeland
About the dishes
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Tapas catering in Freeland, cooked live
Sangria and bar staff can be added, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Popular choices include gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and padrón peppers, and we are often booked for evening grazing and receptions and drinks parties.
Near Freeland, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Area
- Freeland (OX29)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Freeland
What’s the nearest station to Freeland for guests?
The closest is Combe station, roughly 1.3 miles away.
How far is Freeland from London?
About 60 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site.
What does tapas catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Can you cater for children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.
Tapas for events in Freeland
Freeland is about 4 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Freeland and the surrounding area. We cook in 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 9 miles away.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary. Historic buildings near Freeland often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX29, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Local streets include Hurst Lane, Nash Lane and Wroslyn Road; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Close by, we cover events in East End (1 mile north-west), North Leigh (2 miles west), Combe (2 miles north), New Yatt (2 miles west) and Stonesfield (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (9 miles south-east), Bicester (12 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles south-east), Witney (4 miles south-west), Carterton (9 miles west) and Wantage (15 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Morris Motors Museum (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Freeland include Blenheim Farm.
- Schools near Freeland include Bartholomew School (2.5 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Oxfordshire Yeoman pub (less than half a mile south-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Towns and villages near Freeland
More for events in Freeland
Is live paella right for your event?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Book staff to carry canapés round
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
We clear our equipment when service ends.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
What affects the price in Freeland
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Timings and hours
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- The paellas you choose
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
How it works
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Sunset in Freeland is around 9:30pm in June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We set up on arrival.
- We serve the spread.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
How to prepare
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or OX29 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Perfect for your event in Freeland
They work for any size of event.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Tapas before paella
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Drinks parties and receptions
Historic houses near Freeland include Blenheim Palace (2.6 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Questions to ask before you book
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether travel is included
- How bad weather is handled
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Where we can cook in Freeland
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- 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