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Festival & event paella in Cudworth, Surrey
Love Paella cooks paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events across Cudworth and Surrey, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Festivals
- Community events and open days
Book festival paella catering in Cudworth
Festival paella catering in Cudworth, made fresh on the day
A paella stall covers several diets at once: meat, seafood and vegan pans side by side. That makes life easier for organisers. We are often asked to cater school fairs and fundraisers and music and food festivals, serving seafood paella, vegan paella and giant-pan paella.
At a field event near Cudworth, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
About the dishes
Giant paella pans
Huge pans of golden rice, cooking in full view.
Vegan paella
A proper vegan main, in its own pan.
Running an event in Cudworth
Cudworth is about 4 miles west of Horley, in Surrey. Anywhere in RH5, we can bring the pans to you. We cover 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 15 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, Holmwood station is about 2.8 miles away. Events in parks such as Newdigate Brickworks need permission from the council or landowner, and we will send any documents they ask for. Events in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Cudworth, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
Anywhere in RH5, we can cook for your guests. Local streets include Cudworth Park, The Poplars and Burnt Oak Lane; an event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Newdigate (1 mile west), Russ Hill (1 mile south-east), Parkgate (2 miles north), Charlwood (2 miles east) and Norwood Hill (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (15 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north), Horley (4 miles east), Redhill (7 miles north-east), Ewell (13 miles north) and Reigate (6 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Langley Green Hospital (3.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Cudworth include Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
Is live paella right for your event?
Burger and hot dog stalls are familiar but similar. A paella pan stands out in a food line-up. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Cudworth
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- A quote that spells everything out
Read Our prices page Or The cost guide.
The process
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. For an evening event in Cudworth, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We send our menu, needs and paperwork.
- We set up on time.
- We cook and serve throughout.
- We pack down and tidy the pitch.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Cudworth, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Planning the cooking area
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Your trader pack and site rules
- A pitch away from tents and structures
- Room for our cooking and serving area
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan paella
- Giant paella pans
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
FAQs for Cudworth
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
How far is Cudworth from London?
About 24 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we cook a gluten-free paella separately.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
For event organisers in Cudworth
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Put picnic tables near the traders
- Give traders a single information pack
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
Our pitch is kept tidy and safe.
Larger pans for peak times.
Towns and villages near Cudworth
Also in Cudworth
Who books festival paella catering in Cudworth?
Organisers book paella because it draws people into the food area and serves them fast.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Open days
- Charity and school events
- Food and music festivals
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Peter, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
- Space, access and power needs
DIY paella versus live catering
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
- 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