Oxfordshire · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Tackley
We cook paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Tackley and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Rustic barn weddings
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Marquee and garden weddings
Wedding paella catering in Tackley
Wedding paella catering in Tackley, cooked live
We can add sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff, so the catering fits the way you want your day to feel. We cook a paella wedding breakfast, Spanish desserts and evening paella, and we are regularly asked to cater destination-style celebrations at home and barn and farm weddings.
A wedding in a small place like Tackley often means a field, a barn or a family garden. That’s exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Tackley (OX5)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and cook and serve without fuss. In Tackley, midsummer sunset is about 9:30pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:10pm, which means evening paella is usually served in daylight in June and July. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- You tell us your date, venue, guest numbers and how you picture the day.
- Together we plan each course and confirm the price.
- We fit our timings around your speeches, photos and venue.
- On the day we set up, cook live and serve each course as planned.
- Afterwards we clear our area; any staff you’ve booked stay as planned.
How to prepare
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Tackley, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Towns and villages near Tackley
What else we do in Tackley
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, parking and access
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The length of service
- How many courses
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
- Which courses you have in mind
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Is live paella right for your wedding?
If you’re weighing up paella against a traditional menu, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Tackley
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Events we cater in Tackley
It is a natural fit for barns, marquees and gardens, where plated meals are harder.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Tackley, people book us for occasions like:
- Food for evening guests
- Rustic barn weddings
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
Woodsides Meadow nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Tackley suits an outdoor reception.
Comparing caterers
- How each diet is kept separate
- The wet-weather plan
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- The deadline for final numbers
Dishes our guests love
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served hot and generous.
Table tapas
Tapas set out on every table to share, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
FAQs for Tackley
We are having a ceremony at Church of St Nicholas: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
How far is Tackley from London?
About 58 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come to Tackley?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Tackley is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can you liaise with the venue coordinator?
Yes, it makes life easier. Put us in touch and we will agree the details.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, including Oxfordshire. Find your area.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
What if our speeches run late?
Tell us and we will adjust. We keep in touch with your venue on the day and time the rice so it is served at its best.
Weddings in Tackley: venues, ceremonies and travel
Tackley is about 6 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Weddings in Tackley are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Tackley is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 10 miles away.
Historic houses near Tackley include Blenheim Palace (3.8 miles south-west). Historic houses and estates frequently have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that’s your venue. If you are marrying at a church near Tackley, such as Church of St Nicholas, 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.
Anywhere in OX5, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Nethercote Road, St Nicholas Road and St Johns Road; a wedding at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Tackley for wedding paella catering include Bunkers Hill (2 miles south), Shipton-on-Cherwell (2 miles south), Wootton (3 miles west), Thrupp (3 miles south) and Woodstock (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (10 miles south), Banbury (13 miles north), Bicester (6 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles south), Witney (10 miles south-west) and Carterton (15 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (3.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Woodsides Meadow.
- Local pubs include The Gardiner Arms (less than half a mile west)
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- An open-sided catering gazebo next to the marquee
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Evening paella
- Canapé tapas
- Dessert
- Table tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- 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