Hampshire · England
Festival & event paella in Ashfield, Hampshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Ashfield. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Sports clubs and race days
- Feeding crew and volunteers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Book festival paella catering in Ashfield
Where we can cook in Ashfield
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Pitch space for cooking and serving
- Firm, level ground
- Clearance from tents and gazebos
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Giant paella pans
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegan paella
About our festival paella catering in Ashfield
We cook at festivals, fairs, markets, school and charity events, sports days and open days. Whether it is food and music festivals and school fairs and fundraisers, we’ll put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, giant-pan paella and seafood paella.
At a field event near Ashfield, power and water may be limited; let us know and we’ll plan for it. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Community events around Ashfield
Ashfield is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. From the centre of Ashfield to the outskirts, festival paella catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Ashfield is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover.
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Boniface? A paella pan draws people in. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Romsey station, about 2.3 miles north. Events in and around the New Forest National Park, within about 8 miles of Ashfield, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements. With the sea within about 6 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
We cook at events all over SO51 and SO16 and the streets around it. Your event could be at a home on Lee Lane, Lee Church Lane and Coldharbour Lane. Nearby, we also cater events in Lee (1 mile west), Toothill (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south-east), Rownhams (1 mile south-east) and Nursling (1 mile south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Winchester (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Totton (3 miles south), Chandler's Ford (4 miles north-east) and Hedge End (8 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Romsey Community Hospital (2.2 miles north) and King Johns House (2.3 miles north). Not far away are Testwood Lakes.
- Other local spots include Romsey Extra (1.5 miles north-west)
What’s in the pans
Vegan paella
Vegans get a hot, filling dish.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is a festival favourite.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
How the day works
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. At midsummer, events in Ashfield stay light until about 9:25pm, so evening trading normally finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter markets, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- You send us the event, dates and pitch details.
- You get our menu, pitch requirements and paperwork.
- We set up at the agreed time.
- Pans cook in full view and we serve throughout the event.
- At the end, we clear our pitch.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Give us a contact for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
Getting a price
Thinking about festival paella catering for your event in Ashfield? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, use our quote form.
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Live paella or other catering?
If you want a trader that adds atmosphere, paella is a strong choice. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Catering across Hampshire, including Ashfield
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Agree waste arrangements with traders
- Plan seating near the food area
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
Allergen details are available at the stall, and each pan is labelled.
Larger pans for peak times.
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Ashfield questions
Do you cater in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you cook near the sea around Ashfield?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
What paperwork do you provide?
Send us your list and we will respond.
What if the weather’s bad?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will talk it through before the day.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
How we price festival paella catering
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we are needed on site
- How many courses
- The paellas you choose
- Guest numbers
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Roughly how many adults and children
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
- 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