Hampshire · England
Wedding paella catering in Cliddesden, Hampshire
We cook paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Cliddesden and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Barn and farm weddings
Wedding paella catering near Cliddesden
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Cliddesden
Sharing from big pans suits relaxed weddings, long tables and garden or barn venues. It feels generous without being stuffy. For spanish-themed and destination-style weddings and receptions after an intimate ceremony, we will put together a menu of canapé tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and evening paella for your guests.
Near Cliddesden, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That’s exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Towns and villages near Cliddesden
Other catering in Cliddesden
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Cliddesden
Cliddesden is about 2 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. From the centre of Cliddesden to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
If you are marrying at a church near Cliddesden, such as Church of St Leonard, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive. For guests travelling by train, Basingstoke station is about 2.2 miles away.
We cover weddings in every part of RG25. Local streets include Station Road, Church Lane and Hoopersmead; a wedding at home on any of them works well with live paella. For weddings just outside Cliddesden, we cover Viables (1 mile north), Eastrop (2 miles north), Ellisfield (2 miles south), Oakridge (2 miles north) and Upper Common (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (11 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Basing House (2.9 miles north-east) and Festival Place (2 miles north). Not far away are Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
- Nearby schools include Brighton Hill Community School (1 mile north-west) and Coppice Spring School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find Jolly Farmer Public House (under half a mile north-west)
Questions from Cliddesden
Is Cliddesden close to London?
About 47 miles from central London.
Can you cook in Hackwood Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
How do you work out quantities?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Do you offer tastings?
Tell us you’d like a tasting when you enquire, and we’ll talk you through it.
Can you liaise with the venue coordinator?
Yes. We are happy to talk to your venue about access, timings and requirements.
What if our speeches run late?
We adapt. We stay in touch with your coordinator so the paella is served fresh.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What about pudding?
Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Why choose live paella in Cliddesden?
A plated wedding breakfast needs a kitchen and a large team. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission, and feels more relaxed. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- We cover Cliddesden and the whole of Hampshire
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
Perfect for your wedding in Cliddesden
Paella feels relaxed and generous, which is why couples choose it, and because guests remember it.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Cliddesden, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Big weddings with every diet
- Barn and farm weddings
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
Nearby historic houses include The Vyne (4.8 miles north). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
Questions to ask before booking
- Staff numbers and hours
- How late numbers can change
- The deposit and payment dates
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
What’s in the pans
Table tapas
Tapas set out on every table to share, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
Evening paella
A second round of paella for the evening, quick to serve and filling.
What happens on the day
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. Golden-hour photos in Cliddesden at midsummer come around 9:25pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:55pm, and in late September about 7:10pm.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Diets, allergies and planning
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Book early for summer Saturdays
- Count day and evening guests separately
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Add a dietary question to your RSVP cards
Fresh pans can be cooked for evening guests, timed for after the first dance.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
What we need at the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Dessert
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Cliddesden? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
- 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