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Festival & event paella in Lamberhurst, Kent
Love Paella cooks paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Lamberhurst and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- School and charity events
- Open days
- Feeding crew and volunteers
Festival paella catering in Lamberhurst
A closer look at the menu
Giant paella pans
It’s the giant pan people come to see.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels for fish lovers.
Festival paella catering in Lamberhurst, made fresh on the day
Nothing draws a festival crowd like a giant paella. The sight and smell of it cooking brings people over, and service from the pan is fast. For christmas and farmers’ markets and race days and sports events, we’ll put together a menu of vegan paella, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella for your guests.
A fête near Lamberhurst might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Lamberhurst? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
What festival paella catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many courses
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The venue or postcode
- The date and rough timings
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening events in Lamberhurst have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- Organisers send us the event details, dates and pitch information.
- You get our menu, pitch requirements and paperwork.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We cook in front of the crowd and serve from the pan all event.
- We pack down and leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, use our quote form.
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Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Vehicle access to the pitch at set-up and break-down
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- Firm, level ground
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Churros
- Tapas
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Giant paella pans
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Catering for every guest
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Ask about peak-time capacity
- Ask traders about packaging and waste
- Provide seating near the food
- Give traders a single information pack
We set up at the agreed time, following your trader pack.
A vegan pan alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Common questions in Lamberhurst
Which station should guests use for Lamberhurst?
Wadhurst station, about 3.9 miles south-west of the centre.
How far is Lamberhurst from London?
About 35 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
How quickly can you serve?
It is one of the quickest hot foods to serve, ideal for peak times.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Can you trade at our festival or fair?
Send us the details, and we’ll confirm availability and requirements.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Kent included. See all areas.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Lamberhurst events: pitches and permissions
Lamberhurst is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We bring festival paella catering to homes, gardens and venues in Lamberhurst and nearby villages. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Lamberhurst to Brighton (about 29 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Wadhurst station, about 3.9 miles south-west. Within about 4 miles is the High Weald National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
Here we cover the TN3 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on High Street, Church Road and Clivedon Court. If your venue is just outside Lamberhurst, we also cover Lamberhurst Quarter (2 miles north-west), Key's Green (3 miles north-west), Petteridge (3 miles north), Brenchley (4 miles north) and Matfield (4 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles north-west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north) and Foley Park (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Old Scotney Castle (1 mile south-east). The countryside around Lamberhurst includes Bewl Water.
- Pubs nearby include Horse And Groom Public House (within half a mile south-west)
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
For crew catering, sandwiches are easy but uninspiring. A hot meal keeps crew happy. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why us?
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Fast service from the pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
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