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Festival Paella Catering for Horne events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events makes the food a highlight of your event in Horne.
- Community events and open days
- Festivals
- Summer fairs and fêtes
Festival paella catering in Horne
Festival paella catering for your event in Horne
The pans are part of the attraction. People stop, watch and come back to eat. Popular choices include chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and vegan paella, and we are often booked for festivals and school and charity events.
Near Horne, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a hot-food stall is a big help. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening events in Horne have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- We check your dates.
- We agree what we’ll serve and where.
- Burners and pans go up.
- The first pans are ready as visitors arrive.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Tell us where to park and unload
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Horne: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Horne?
The closest is Godstone station, roughly 2.6 miles away.
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you cook inside?
Indoors only where ventilation and the venue allow it. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it’s worth asking.
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.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Agree waste arrangements with traders
- Put picnic tables near the traders
- Put all trader information in one pack
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
We keep our pitch tidy and safe.
Larger pans for peak times.
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Community events around Horne
Horne is about 4 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. Whether your event is in the middle of Horne or on the outskirts, festival paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Horne is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. Our events stretch from Horne to London (about 22 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin? A paella pan draws people in. Within about 8 miles is the High Weald National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
We cater events across RH6. Whether your event is on Church Road and Whitewood Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. For events just outside Horne, we cover Whitewood (1 mile north-east), Blindley Heath (1 mile north-east), Newchapel (2 miles south-east), Lingfield Common (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west) and Caterham (7 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find East Surrey Hospital (4.2 miles north-west) and Bletchingley Castle (3.8 miles north). Open spaces near Horne include Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.
- Nearby, you will find The Jolly Farmer pub (less than half a mile north-east)
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky and filling, popular with families.
Giant paella pans
Huge pans of golden rice, cooking in full view.
What affects the price in Horne
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- The paellas you choose
- Timings and hours
- How many staff you need
- Starters, canapés and desserts
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- A level pitch on firm ground
- Room for our cooking and serving area
- Access for unloading at set-up
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Vegan paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Giant paella pans
- Churros
- Seafood paella
Also in Horne
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Not every trader covers vegans. A vegan paella pan sits alongside the others. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- We cover Horne and the whole of Surrey
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- A clear, itemised quote
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
- 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