Oxfordshire · England
Tapas Catering in Woodstock
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Woodstock.
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement parties
Tapas catering for Woodstock events
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Tapas catering in Woodstock, made fresh on the day
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they’re great on their own. Typical bookings include tapas starters and sharing boards for evening guests, with albóndigas, croquetas and patatas bravas.
For a party in a place like Woodstock, a tapas spread is easy and sociable. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Woodstock (OX20)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Woodstock
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- How long we’re needed on site
- The number of people
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- What the venue already provides
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Woodstock? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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Common questions in Woodstock
How far is Woodstock from London?
About 59 miles from central London.
What’s the nearest station to Woodstock for guests?
The closest is Hanborough station, roughly 2 miles away.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
Do you cook tapas on site?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Of course. Tapas and canapés can be booked on their own.
Step by step
Here’s how the day normally runs: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it’s served hot from the pan at the agreed time. A summer drinks reception in Woodstock has daylight until about 9:30pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:10pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- 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 clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Perfect for your event in Woodstock
They’re ideal when a full meal doesn’t fit.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Woodstock book us for events such as:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Drinks reception canapés
- Tapas starters
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Nearby historic houses include Blenheim Palace (0.8 miles south-west). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
- The deadline for final numbers
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Check diets in advance
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Include staff for canapés
- Ask for labels on each dish
Table tapas are set down to share.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Planning a tapas spread in Woodstock
Woodstock is about 7 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Wherever your event is in the OX20 area, we can cook for your guests. We cook in 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 8 miles away.
Historic buildings near Woodstock frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that’s your venue. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary Magdalene.
Wherever your event is in OX20, we can cook for your guests. Your event could be at a home on Market Street, High Street and Briar Thicket. Woodstock is on the A44, so it is easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Other places close to Woodstock for tapas catering include Bladon (1 mile south), Bunkers Hill (2 miles north-east), Shipton-on-Cherwell (2 miles east), Thrupp (2 miles east) and Begbroke (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles south-east), Banbury (15 miles north), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (7 miles south-west) and Carterton (12 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (0.5 miles west).
- Schools near Woodstock include Marlborough School (less than half a mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Punchbowl Inn (under half a mile west)
Live paella or other catering?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel special. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Woodstock
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
- Space for a serving table or station
- Unloading access
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Manchego & membrillo
- Olives & bread
- Tortilla española
- Patatas bravas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
- 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