West Berkshire · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Swallowfield
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Swallowfield and the surrounding area.
- Farm and barn venues
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Evening food for extra guests
Planning an event in Swallowfield?
Wedding paella catering in Swallowfield, made fresh on the day
A paella wedding makes mixed diets simple: each paella has its own pan, so every guest gets a proper hot main. On the menu are evening paella, canapé tapas and Spanish desserts, and we are frequently booked for wedding receptions after a small ceremony and garden and marquee weddings.
There’s something special about a country wedding near Swallowfield, and paella cooking in the open air adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Area
- Swallowfield (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Canapé tapas
One- and two-bite tapas on boards, ideal for the drinks reception.
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food, especially after a few hours on the dance floor.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it is served hot from the pan when you are ready to eat. Golden-hour photos in Swallowfield at midsummer come around 9:25pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by course.
- Timings are agreed with your venue.
- On the day, we cook and serve each course.
- We pack down, and staff stay as agreed.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Weddings in Swallowfield: venues, ceremonies and travel
Swallowfield is about 5 miles south of Reading, in West Berkshire. Give us the address of your wedding in Swallowfield, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
The Marshes Local Nature Reserve nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos. Historic houses near Swallowfield include Stratfield Saye House (2.6 miles south-west). Historic houses and estates frequently have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area, and we can cater your wedding anywhere in it. Streets in the area include The Street, Hornbeams and Fieldfare Court, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include Riseley (1 mile south), Spencers Wood (1 mile north), Beech Hill (2 miles west), Farley Hill (2 miles east) and Grazeley (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Thatcham (13 miles west), Burghfield Common (5 miles west), Calcot (6 miles north-west), Shaw (15 miles west), Burghfield Hill (4 miles west) and Theale (6 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Beaumys Castle (0.9 miles west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (5 miles north). Not far away are The Marshes Local Nature Reserve and Longwater.
- Schools near Swallowfield include Oakbank (1.8 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown pub (less than half a mile east)
Planning the cooking area
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- An open-sided catering gazebo next to the marquee
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Canapé tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Dessert
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
Why choose wedding paella catering in Swallowfield?
It gives guests something to do between the ceremony and the meal: gather round the cooking.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Food for evening guests
- Barn and farm weddings
If you’re marrying at a church near Swallowfield, such as Church of All Saints, 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.
What to look for in a quote
- How late numbers can change
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if it rains
How we price wedding paella catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Travel, parking and access
- The length of service
- How many courses
- How many staff you need
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A picture of where we’d cook
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, use our quote form.
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Swallowfield: your questions answered
Could we have live paella in Swallowfield Meadow?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
We are having a ceremony at Church of All Saints: 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.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
How much does wedding paella catering cost in Swallowfield?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
How many different paellas?
Normally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Can you do our whole wedding menu?
We can cater as much or as little of the day as you like, from canapés to evening food.
Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Enquire early for peak dates
- Send us the running order and speech times
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Add a dietary question to your RSVP cards
After service, we pack down our cooking area; staff you’ve booked stay as agreed.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Paella compared with other options
Hog roasts are popular but tricky for mixed diets. Separate paella pans cover every diet. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Catering across West Berkshire, including Swallowfield
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
- 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