Oxfordshire · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Tidmarsh
Treat your guests to live paella at your wedding in Tidmarsh. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Sharing-style wedding meals
- Farm and barn venues
- Evening food for extra guests
Planning an event in Tidmarsh?
About our wedding paella catering in Tidmarsh
Sharing from big pans suits relaxed weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous without being stuffy. On the menu are a paella wedding breakfast, canapé tapas and evening paella, and we’re frequently booked for food for evening guests and sharing-style wedding meals.
A wedding in a small place like Tidmarsh often means a field, a barn or a family garden. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated.
- Location
- Tidmarsh (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Step by step
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, sunset in Tidmarsh is about 9:25pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by course.
- We agree timings with you and your venue.
- We cook live on the day and serve each course.
- We pack down, and staff stay as agreed.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Tidmarsh questions
Do you come out to small places like Tidmarsh?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
How far is Tidmarsh from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. 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.
Paella compared with other options
Hog roasts are popular but tricky for mixed diets. Separate paella pans cover every diet. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why choose Love Paella in Tidmarsh
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Catering across Oxfordshire, including Tidmarsh
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
What affects the price in Tidmarsh
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How long we are needed on site
- Guest numbers
- How many staff you need
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The address or venue name
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
Perfect for your wedding in Tidmarsh
Couples choose paella because it feels relaxed and generous, and because guests remember it.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Food for evening guests
Moor Copse Nature Reserve nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Tidmarsh suits an outdoor reception.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- The venue requirements
- VAT, if it applies
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Also in Tidmarsh
Planning a paella wedding in Tidmarsh
Tidmarsh is about 5 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Tidmarsh to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 443 places across Oxfordshire.
Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (2.5 miles north-east) and Basildon Park (2.5 miles north-west). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Laurence frequently hold the reception nearby: we can be cooking during the photos, so the meal is ready when you arrive. With the North Wessex Downs National Landscape within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
Wedding paella catering in RG8 is planned around your venue and your guests. Whether your wedding is on Strachey Close and Tidmarsh Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater weddings in Sulham (1 mile east), Pangbourne (1 mile north), Whitchurch-on-Thames (1 mile north), Little Heath (2 miles south-east) and Englefield (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north), Great Western Park (12 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
A little further out are Thames Valley Police Museum (3.5 miles south) and Battle Hospital (4 miles east). The countryside around Tidmarsh includes Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Nearby schools include Denefield School (1.4 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Cross Keys pub (0.9 miles north)
The menu, dish by dish
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food.
Canapé tapas
Canapé tapas fill the gap before the meal.
Space, weather and the venue
If a space is not suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- An open-sided catering gazebo next to the marquee
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Dessert
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- 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