Oxfordshire · England
Wedding Paella Catering for Shipton-on-Cherwell events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food turns food into part of your wedding in Shipton-on-Cherwell.
- Rustic barn weddings
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Marquee and garden weddings
Book wedding paella catering in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Wedding paella catering in Shipton-on-Cherwell, cooked live
Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff can be added, to suit the style of your day. Typical bookings include spanish-themed and destination-style weddings and receptions after an intimate ceremony, with evening paella, Spanish desserts and table tapas.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Shipton-on-Cherwell, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Shipton-on-Cherwell (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
What else we do in Shipton-on-Cherwell
Weddings in Shipton-on-Cherwell: venues, ceremonies and travel
Shipton-on-Cherwell is about 7 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Shipton-on-Cherwell to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 443 places in Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 7 miles away.
If you’re marrying at a church near Shipton-on-Cherwell, such as Church of Holy Cross, 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. Put the station on your invitation: Tackley station is about 2.3 miles away.
Wherever your wedding is in OX5, we can bring wedding paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also cook at weddings in Thrupp (1 mile south), Bunkers Hill (1 mile north-west), Woodstock (2 miles west), Begbroke (2 miles south) and Bladon (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (7 miles south-east), Banbury (15 miles north), Bicester (7 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south), Witney (9 miles south-west) and Carterton (14 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2.3 miles west). Open spaces near Shipton-on-Cherwell include Woodsides Meadow.
- Pubs nearby include The Boat Public House (0.6 miles south)
About the dishes
Paella wedding breakfast
Paellas for every guest, served hot and generous.
Desserts
To finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
Occasions we cook for in Shipton-on-Cherwell
It’s a natural fit for barns, marquees and gardens, where a plated meal can be hard to pull off.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Evening wedding food
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Nearby historic houses include Blenheim Palace (2.5 miles west). Historic houses and estates frequently have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before you book
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Whether VAT is included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What the price includes, item by item
What wedding paella catering costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and rough timings
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- What the venue already provides
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
- Evening paella
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Add a dietary question to your RSVP cards
- Connect us with your coordinator
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
If speeches or photos run over, tell us, and we’ll adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh.
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Organising for someone else?
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Shipton-on-Cherwell
We’re having a ceremony at Church of Holy Cross: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking normally happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Shipton-on-Cherwell?
Tackley station, about 2.3 miles north of the centre.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Shipton-on-Cherwell.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a picture.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you’re free to enjoy your wedding. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. In Shipton-on-Cherwell, midsummer sunset is about 9:30pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:10pm, which means evening paella is typically served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- We plan a menu with you, course by course, and confirm a quote.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue, around speeches and photos.
- On the day, we set up, cook in front of your guests and serve each course.
- We pack down our cooking area, with staff staying as long as agreed.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
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