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Wedding Paella Catering for Shotover Hill events
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food for events in Shotover Hill.
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Farm and barn venues
Live wedding paella catering in Shotover Hill
Wedding paella catering in Shotover Hill, made fresh on the day
Evening paella is a favourite: it is hot, filling and quick to serve, so the party keeps going. For blessings and vow renewals and informal wedding breakfasts, we can cook a paella wedding breakfast, table tapas and Spanish desserts.
A farm or garden wedding near Shotover Hill suits live paella. We will need a level spot and a way to reach it. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Shotover Hill (OX3)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
Working with your venue
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.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Shotover Hill weddings: local tips
Shotover Hill is about 2 miles east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We cater weddings at gardens, halls and venues around Shotover Hill and nearby villages. We cook in 443 places across Oxfordshire.
If you’re marrying at a church near Shotover Hill, such as Holy Trinity Church or St Francis Church, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it’s ready as guests arrive. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Oxford station, about 3.3 miles west.
We cater weddings across the OX3 postcode area. From Old Road, Mark Road and York Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. For weddings just outside Shotover Hill, we cover Risinghurst (1 mile north), Barton (1 mile north), Horspath (1 mile south-east), Littleworth (2 miles east) and Forest Hill (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south-west), Witney (13 miles west), Thame (9 miles east) and Wantage (15 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Rumble Museum (1.2 miles west) and Templars Square (1.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Shotover and CS Lewis Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Headington Quarry Foundation Stage School (0.5 miles north-west) and Cheney School (1.2 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Crown & Thistle pub (less than half a mile west)
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. Golden-hour photos in Shotover Hill at midsummer come around 9:25pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 9:00pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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What wedding paella catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Waiting and bar staff
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the space, if you can
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your wedding in Shotover Hill
It gives guests something to do between the ceremony and the meal: gather round the cooking.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Food for evening guests
Planning photos in Stansfeld Park? It is worth checking the park’s rules first.
What to look for in a quote
- Who provides the crockery
- How long the team stays
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each dish
Questions from Shotover Hill
Which station should guests use for Shotover Hill?
Oxford station, about 3.3 miles west of the centre.
Can you cook in Stansfeld Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll make a plan B with you.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces often work.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can plan it carefully.
How long does the paella take?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Why choose live paella in Shotover Hill?
A buffet can leave food sitting out. Paella goes straight from pan to plate when guests are ready. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why choose Love Paella in Shotover Hill
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
The menu, dish by dish
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served hot and generous.
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, ideal for the drinks reception.
- 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