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Tapas & canapé catering in Pachesham Park, Surrey
Looking for tapas catering in Pachesham Park? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Work receptions
- Drinks reception canapés
- Sharing tapas starters
Tapas catering in Pachesham Park
Is live paella right for your event?
Crisps and nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- We cover Pachesham Park and the whole of Surrey
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A clear, itemised quote
Read How we price And The cost guide.
How our tapas catering works in Pachesham Park
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. We cook gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo, and typical bookings are for evening sharing boards and canapés with welcome drinks.
In a rural spot like Pachesham Park, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
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Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- Space for a serving table or station
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Space on each table
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Albóndigas
Events we cater in Pachesham Park
Big or small, tapas work.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Engagement celebrations
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas with a paella main course
Historic houses near Pachesham Park include The Homewood (3 miles north-west) and Fitznells Manor (4.3 miles north-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed.
Comparing caterers
- Space, access and power needs
- How bad weather is handled
- Staff numbers and hours
- Whether VAT is included
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it is served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. A summer drinks reception in Pachesham Park has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers and how you’d like the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- We pack down when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
Related guides
A closer look at the menu
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Tapas for events in Pachesham Park
Pachesham Park is about 2 miles north-west of Ashtead, in Surrey. For an event in Pachesham Park, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Pachesham Park. We cover 395 places in Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: Ashtead station is about 1.3 miles away. Historic buildings near Pachesham Park frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue. Pachesham Park is within about 5 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
For tapas catering in KT22, we plan around your venue and timings. That could mean an event in a garden on Oaklawn Road, Oxshott Road and The Avenue or the roads around them. Other places close to Pachesham Park for tapas catering include Oxshott (1 mile north-west), Malden Rushett (1 mile north-east), Ashtead (2 miles south-east), Stoke D'Abernon (2 miles west) and Barwell (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (11 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles west), Epsom (3 miles east), Horley (12 miles south-east), Redhill (9 miles south-east) and Ewell (4 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Epsom Cottage Hospital (2.2 miles north-east) and Elmbridge Museum (3.6 miles north). Not far away are The Lake and Jubilee Wood.
- Local schools include Danes Hill School (1 mile north-west) and The Royal Kent CofE Primary School (1.2 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Royal Oak pub (0.9 miles south)
Common questions in Pachesham Park
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Could we have live paella in River Mole LNR?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest quantities.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site and served right away; cold tapas are laid out as guests arrive.
Can we add drinks?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you are providing the drinks.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including Surrey. See all areas.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
How we price tapas catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The length of service
- How many courses
- Your choice of paellas
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The courses you’d like
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Pachesham Park, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Add sangria or cava
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Ensure dishes are labelled
- Check diets in advance
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Churros or crema catalana 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