Kent · England
Wedding paella catering in Scragged Oak, Kent
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food for events in Scragged Oak.
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Big weddings with every diet
Wedding paella catering near Scragged Oak
About our wedding paella catering in Scragged Oak
Paella suits relaxed, sociable weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous and celebratory. Whether it’s sharing-style wedding meals and farm and barn venues, we can cook canapé tapas, table tapas and Spanish desserts for your guests.
Rural weddings around Scragged Oak have a magic of their own, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Scragged Oak
Scragged Oak is about 3 miles south-east of Chatham, in Kent. Whether your wedding is in the middle of Scragged Oak or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Scragged Oak is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we cook. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 21 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Stoneacre (4.8 miles south). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking. If you are marrying at a church near Scragged Oak, such as Church of St Peter, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: we can be cooking during the photos, so it’s ready as guests arrive. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Scragged Oak, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
Wedding paella catering in ME14 is planned around your venue and timings. Other places close to Scragged Oak for wedding paella catering include Lower Cox Street (1 mile south-east), Kemsley Street (1 mile north), Bredhurst (1 mile north-west), Dunn Street (1 mile north-west) and Lidsing (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (6 miles east), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Faversham (13 miles east), Northfleet (13 miles north-west) and Minster (11 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Allington Castle (3.8 miles south-west) and KIMS hospital (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Scragged Oak includes Detling Hill and Burham Down.
What we need at the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Canapé tapas
The process
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. Golden-hour photos in Scragged Oak at midsummer come around 9:15pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:00pm.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- We plan a menu with you, course by course, and confirm a quote.
- We agree timings with you and your venue, including speeches and photos.
- On the day, we set up, cook in front of your guests and serve each course.
- Afterwards we clear our area; any staff you’ve booked stay as planned.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Who books wedding paella catering in Scragged Oak?
It works as a wedding breakfast or evening food, so it fits any plan.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
For guests travelling by train, Bearsted station is about 3.2 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Space, access and power needs
- Who provides the crockery
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Can I cook paella for a crowd 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.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
FAQs for Scragged Oak
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St Peter: 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 usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook at venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you work with our venue?
Of course. We’re happy to talk to your venue about access, timings and requirements.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before serving to set up and start the stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
About the dishes
Table tapas
Tapas set out on every table to share, such as patatas bravas, croquetas and Manchego.
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served hot and generous.
Paella compared with other options
If you’re weighing up paella against a traditional menu, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why us?
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Towns and villages near Scragged Oak
Other catering in Scragged Oak
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
How we price wedding paella catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of paellas
- The length of service
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- What the venue already provides
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use 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