Started with fire. Still going.
It started with fire.
Not a business plan. Not a strategy deck. Just a wood-fired oven strapped to a trailer and a loose idea that cooking over flames at parties might be a good time.
That first setup? Gone. Probably rusting in a field somewhere.
But it worked. Just.
People gathered. Food came off the fire. Something clicked.
So we kept going.
Then came the Defender.
Loaded with logs, dough, meat, and a bit of blind optimism. We drove it into fields, gardens, barns, back lanes. Lit the oven. Smoked out a few guests (we’ve worked that bit out now). Learned fast.
Served food people still talk about.
No white gloves. No tweezers.
Just fire, flavour, and the kind of atmosphere you don’t forget.
Why We Still Do It
Because it’s never just about the food.
It’s about long tables and no one sitting still.Hands reaching in.
Seconds being taken. Someone always going back for “just one more”.
Weddings in wildflower meadows.
Corporate events that don’t feel corporate.
Late nights around the fire.
Different settings. Same feeling.
Bold food. Warm hospitality. Fire at the centre of it all.
This is what we do.
Still cooking. Still rolling. Still leaning into the flames.
Read more about our why.
From the Founder
I didn’t set out to start a catering company.
I started cooking.
Early mornings. Long days. Learning by doing, getting it wrong, doing it again. And somewhere along the way, fire took over.
Cooking over flame changes everything.
You can’t rush it. You can’t hide behind it. You have to feel it, adjust to it, work with it.
That’s what pulled me in.
The Wild Oven came from wanting to share that feeling. In fields, gardens, weddings, gatherings. Somewhere less controlled. More alive.
Good ingredients, sourced properly.
Food that people actually want to eat.
And experiences that feel relaxed, generous and real.
No overthinking. No unnecessary fuss.
Just doing it properly.
Still learning. Still pushing it. Still chasing that moment when the fire’s right, the food’s flowing, and everything just clicks.
Let’s Feast.
Danni
In Honour James
The Wild Oven was co-founded by friends who shared a love of food, fire, and the joy of bringing people together. One of those friends was James, whose creativity, calm spirit and unwavering belief in doing things properly helped shape who we are.
Though he’s no longer with us, his influence is ever-present. In the way we cook, the way we serve, and the way we bring people together.
His legacy lives on in every feast we serve.
Client Testimonials
We’re afraid we don’t have much more to add, on top of the glowing reviews from all our guests.
We would also like to say a massive thanks to you and those behind the scenes too. The timelines and communication from you have been so clear along the way, and we really appreciated the clarity throughout the booking process and in the run up to the big day. It really did make us feel very at ease (we had other contractors who were very difficult in comparison!)
A big thank you again! You were all amazing – and we wish we could just have one more pizza to remember it all again!
Emily and Tom
Event Style: Evening Food
You and the team were absolutely incredible and every guest I spoke to said how happy you all were and warm and friendly.
Even with the canapés and everything, each step of the way you guys went out of your way to make this day so special.
The food was more than I could have imagined and it tasted so good, throughout the day I was just blown away.
I have never met a serving team who have been so warm and professional.
Words can’t explain if I’m honest and I want to thank you for that.
Also thank you for the lovely card, such a lovely personal touch.
Lewis
Event Style: Wedding Sharing Feast
We cannot thank you and the team enough for last Saturday, you were all so wonderful to work with and the food, from the canapés to the pizza, was just outstanding! We had so many comments from our guests, it was all delicious.
Not only was the food amazing, but there were so many little things that you did that really stood out and I felt went above and beyond. Firstly, tracking us down after the ceremony to feed us (very appreciated!), secondly – I loved the cards you placed down for our vegetarian, gluten-free, etc friends, explaining the adjustments (so thoughtful and just a really lovely touch), finally, we had a last minute addition of our niece (she’s just turned one) and we heard that your team brought over a special place with some mashed potatoes etc for her. Again, these small but meaningful gestures did not go unnoticed, so thank you.
Jay and Olly
Event Style: Wedding Sharing Feast
The team were faultless! Everything went smoothly, we’ve had nothing but positive feedback and no issues have arisen to myself or Alex which is amazing considering we have some picky guests!
The food was incredible, just how we remember it on the tasting day we had with yourselves. Everyone has commented how tasty it all was and how brilliant it was.
The land rover made our day absolutely perfect, it looked insane next to our tipi and we had so many comments about how cool it was and what a great idea.
We absolutely loved having you supply our wedding food and I only wish we could do it all again so that we can have you back!!! Pizzas were incredible, I think one guest had about 6 to himself haha!
Jessica
Event Style: Wedding Sharing Feast
A big thank you from both of us, everything was perfect. We loved the whole Wild Oven experience from the very start and the food on the day was as incredible as we expected! We have had so many compliments from family and friends on the food, everyone loved it!
We wouldn’t change a thing. The food helped create the exact atmosphere we wanted, where everyone was relaxed, interacting and enjoying!!
Kay & Josh
Kay & Josh
Event Style: Wedding
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The Wild Oven Ltd,Billesley Manor Farm,
Billesley,
Stratford upon Avon,
Warwickshire,
B49 6NE Tel: 01789 338894 Whatsapp: 447761800526 hello@thewildoven.co.uk
