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Festival Paella Catering in Little Horsted
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events for events in Little Horsted.
- Sports clubs and race days
- Charity and school events
- Feeding crew and volunteers
Festival paella catering near Little Horsted
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
About our festival paella catering in Little Horsted
Nothing draws a festival crowd like a giant paella. People follow the smell, and portions are served quickly from the pan. Whether it is christmas and farmers’ markets and crew, volunteer and VIP catering, we’ll put together a menu of seafood paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella.
Near Little Horsted, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a paella stall is a welcome sight. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Location
- Little Horsted (TN22)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Why choose live paella in Little Horsted?
Not every trader covers vegans. A paella stall can have a vegan pan alongside the rest. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Little Horsted
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
About the dishes
Vegan paella
Vegans get a hot, filling dish.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A crowd-pleaser for meat eaters.
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we set up the pans and start the sofrito, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and it is served hot from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, events in Little Horsted stay light until about 9:15pm, so evening trading usually finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- First, we check the 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
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Tell us when you want to eat
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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What affects the price in Little Horsted
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and when you want to eat
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Where we can cook in Little Horsted
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Access for unloading at set-up
- Flat, firm ground
- Spacing from tents and other structures
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Vegan paella
- Churros
- Giant paella pans
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Running an event in Little Horsted
Little Horsted is about 1 mile south of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We bring festival paella catering to homes, gardens and venues in Little Horsted. We cater in all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Uckfield station, about 1.3 miles north. If your event is in Hempstead Meadow, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we’ll supply our paperwork. Within about 7 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
Here we cover the TN22 postcode area. That could mean an event in a garden on Ayrshire Lane, White Park Avenue and Meadow Grass Lane or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Ridgewood (1 mile north-east), Isfield (1 mile south-west), Rose Hill (2 miles south-west), Budlett's Common (3 miles north) and Mount Pleasant (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (9 miles south-east), Crowborough (8 miles north-east) and Newhaven (11 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Uckfield Community Hospital (1.3 miles north-east) and Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.8 miles south). Open spaces near Little Horsted include Brickfield Meadow.
- Schools near Little Horsted include Uckfield College (1.8 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Highlands pub (0.9 miles north-east)
Working with your venue
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Questions from Little Horsted
Is Little Horsted too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station should guests use for Little Horsted?
Uckfield station, about 1.3 miles north of the centre.
What space do you need to cook?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
What does festival paella catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Give traders a single information pack
- Ask for allergen information at each stall
- Plan seating near the food area
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
Crew meals are served at set times.
Larger pans for peak times.
Places near Little Horsted
Other catering in Little Horsted
- 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