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Festival Paella Catering in Kenley
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Kenley and the surrounding area.
- Community events and open days
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
- VIP and hospitality areas
Festival paella catering in Kenley
How our festival paella catering works in Kenley
Big batches mean lunchtime rushes are easy. Each portion takes seconds to serve. Whether it is school fairs and fundraisers and farmers’ and Christmas markets, we can cook giant-pan paella, seafood paella and churros.
London street parties and fairs in Kenley need careful planning around road closures and access. Send us the pitch and timings. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Area
- Kenley (CR8, CR2)
- Region
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. Evening events in Kenley have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- First, we check the dates.
- We agree what we will serve and where.
- We set up our burners and pans.
- Pans are cooking as gates open.
- We serve, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Kenley: your questions answered
Could we have live paella in Dollypers Hill?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you trade at school fairs around Kenley?
Yes, if the school is happy for us to cook on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Do you do crew catering?
Yes, at set times to suit your schedule. Tell us numbers and timings.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Event catering near Kenley
Kenley is about 1 mile south-east of Purley, in Greater London. Across the CR8 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 764 places across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 12 miles away.
If your event is in Dollypers Hill, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we’ll supply our paperwork. If you’re organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Harris Primary Academy Kenley, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser.
Here we cover the CR8 and CR2 postcode area. Streets in the area include Oaks Road, Park Road and Roke Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. Kenley sits on or near the A22, which makes travel to your event easy. Nearby, we also cater events in Riddlesdown (1 mile north), Sanderstead (1 mile north-east), Whyteleafe (1 mile south-east), Hamsey Green (1 mile east) and South Croydon (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (12 miles north), City of Westminster (13 miles north), Marylebone (14 miles north), Kensington (13 miles north), St Pancras (14 miles north) and Shoreditch (14 miles north).
A little further out are St George's Walk (3.4 miles north) and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (2.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Duppas Hill and Foxley Wood.
- Schools near Kenley include Riddlesdown Collegiate (less than half a mile east)
Is live paella right for your event?
For crew catering, sandwiches are easy but uninspiring. A hot paella keeps crew going. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why Kenley hosts choose us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at How we price Or What paella catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Plan seating near the food area
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
- Ask traders about packaging and waste
- Give traders a single information pack
Allergen information is available at the stall, and each pan is labelled.
Larger pans for peak times.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. 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.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Firm, level ground
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- Access for unloading at set-up
Kenley is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Tapas
- Giant paella pans
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky and filling.
Giant paella pans
A pan the size of a cartwheel, full of saffron rice.
How we price festival paella catering
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Guest numbers
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Anything your venue supplies
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
- 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