West Berkshire · England
Tapas Catering in Newtown Common
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 Newtown Common.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Cocktail parties
- Work receptions
Live tapas catering in Newtown Common
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What you get with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Served hot, straight from the pan
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Tapas catering for your event in Newtown Common
Tapas are made for sharing and talking over. We serve them in two ways: canapés carried round while guests mingle, or table tapas set down to share. We cook tortilla española, gambas al ajillo and croquetas, and we’re often booked for receptions and drinks parties and work receptions.
In a rural spot like Newtown Common, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Newtown Common (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Drinks receptions around Newtown Common
Newtown Common is about 2 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Wherever your event is in the RG20 area, we can bring the pans to you. Newtown Common is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Our events stretch from Newtown Common to Reading (16 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Newbury station, about 2.2 miles north. Historic buildings near Newtown Common often have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Wherever your event is in RG20, we can bring tapas catering to you. We also cook at events in Burghclere Common (1 mile south), Earlstone Common (1 mile south), Sandleford (1 mile north-east), Wash Common (1 mile north-west) and Wash Water (1 mile west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Thatcham (4 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles west), Calcot (13 miles north-east) and Lambourn (13 miles north-west).
A little further out are Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.1 miles east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
- Nearby schools include Park House School (1.1 miles north-west)
How the day works
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. A summer drinks reception in Newtown Common has daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 4:00pm, are better indoors.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
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.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- A spot for our serving station
- Space on each table
- Access to unload near the serving area
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Newtown Common
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
Newtown Common: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Newtown Common for guests?
The closest is Newbury station, roughly 2.2 miles away.
Is Newtown Common close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
We can add sangria and bar staff.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, including West Berkshire. Find your area.
How much does tapas catering cost in Newtown Common?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
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Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Ask guests about diets and allergies
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Canapés need staff to serve
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Waiting staff for canapés.
A closer look at the menu
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
Croquetas
Crisp outside, creamy inside.
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 handles separate pans for each diet.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
How we price tapas catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- The paellas you choose
- The number of people
- Distance and access to the venue
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- The date and time of the event
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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