Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering for Upper Heyford events
Looking for tapas catering in Upper Heyford? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Drinks reception canapés
- Engagement celebrations
- Table tapas as a starter
Tapas catering in Upper Heyford
Receptions and parties in Upper Heyford
Upper Heyford is about 5 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your event in Upper Heyford will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. Upper Heyford is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we cook. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 12 miles away.
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Heyford station, about 1.8 miles west. Historic buildings near Upper Heyford frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue.
Anywhere in OX25, we can bring tapas catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Hampden Square, High Street and Gordon Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Other places close to Upper Heyford for tapas catering include Caulcott (1 mile south), Lower Heyford (1 mile south-west), Middleton Stoney (2 miles south-east), Somerton (2 miles north) and Ardley (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north), Bicester (5 miles east), Witney (14 miles south-west), Kidlington (7 miles south) and Headington Quarry (12 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-east) and Ardley Castle (2 miles north-east).
- Nearby, you will find Barley Mow pub (0.8 miles west)
About our tapas catering in Upper Heyford
We can add sangria and bar staff, so drinks and nibbles come from one booking. Popular choices include patatas bravas, tortilla española and Serrano ham, and we’re regularly asked to cater drinks parties and receptions and engagement celebrations.
For a party in a place like Upper Heyford, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Where
- Upper Heyford (OX25)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Upper Heyford
Other catering in Upper Heyford
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. We need a level, ventilated spot, and we agree where that is before the day. At midsummer, it’s light in Upper Heyford until about 9:30pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or OX25 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Dishes our guests love
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Collect dietary needs
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
Dishes are labelled for diets and allergens.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Common questions in Upper Heyford
How far is Upper Heyford from London?
Roughly 58 miles from the centre of London.
We are having a ceremony at Heyford Park Chapel: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Upper Heyford.
How many different paellas?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
How do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we’ll advise.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Events we cater in Upper Heyford
They’re easy to eat with a drink in hand.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Upper Heyford and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Tapas before paella
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Engagement parties
After a ceremony at a church such as Heyford Park Chapel, canapé tapas with the drinks keep guests happy during photos.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the team stays
- If the price includes VAT
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Who provides the crockery
Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
What affects the price in Upper Heyford
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- The length of service
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many guests are eating
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Upper Heyford, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Why choose live paella in Upper Heyford?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Where we can cook in Upper Heyford
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Venue approval for outside catering
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Olives & bread
- Chorizo in red wine
- Tortilla española
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Serrano ham
- 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