Isle of Wight · England
Festival & event paella in Locksgreen, Isle of Wight
Looking for festival paella catering in Locksgreen? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Seasonal markets
- Charity and school events
- Music and food festivals
Festival paella catering near Locksgreen
Common questions in Locksgreen
Is Locksgreen too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cook near the sea around Locksgreen?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Do you do crew catering?
We can. Crew, volunteer and VIP catering is available, with or without a public stall.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can, if you tell us in advance. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
What do you need at the pitch?
Send pitch details and we’ll confirm.
About our festival paella catering in Locksgreen
Festivals, fairs, markets and community events are all on our list. Whether it is race days and sports events and seasonal markets, we can cook churros, giant-pan paella and vegan paella.
At a field event near Locksgreen, power and water may be limited; let us know and we’ll plan for it. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Locksgreen (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Giant paella pans
Huge pans of golden rice, cooking in full view.
Vegan paella
Vegan paella cooked separately.
How we price festival paella catering
These are the factors that matter most:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
- How many staff you need
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The address or venue name
- Anything your venue supplies
- Diets and allergies you know about
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
Where we can cook in Locksgreen
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Trader information and site rules
- Vehicle access before and after the event
- A level pitch on firm ground
Locksgreen is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we will plan the journey.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Locksgreen
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Giant paella pans
- Tapas
Is live paella right for your event?
Some traders struggle with vegan and gluten-free options. A vegan paella pan sits alongside the others. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why book with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- A quote that spells everything out
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Nearby places to Locksgreen
What else we do in Locksgreen
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Summer events in Locksgreen have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter markets, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Tell us about the event, the crowd and the pitch.
- We reply with our menu, prices for visitors and requirements.
- Paperwork goes over in good time.
- On the day, the pans are on before the busiest hours.
- At close, we pack down and tidy up.
How to prepare
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Planning help
Locksgreen events: pitches and permissions
Locksgreen is about 3 miles west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Whether your event is in the middle of Locksgreen or on the outskirts, festival paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover all 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 14 miles away.
With the sea within about 5 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
We cater events across the PO30 postcode area. Other places close to Locksgreen for festival paella catering include Porchfield (1 mile north-east), Newtown (1 mile west), Great Thorness (1 mile north-east), Forest Side (2 miles east) and Noke Common (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Newport (3 miles east), Ryde (9 miles east), Cowes (4 miles north-east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east) and Ventnor (11 miles south-east). Some remote venues need extra planning, so ask early about your event.
Other landmarks nearby include Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (3 miles south-west) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Locksgreen include Brighstone Down.
- Nearby, you will find Sportsman's Rest pub (under half a mile north)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Schedule crew meals
- Put all trader information in one pack
- Check allergen info is on display
- Provide seating near the food
We keep our pitch tidy and safe.
Churros and tapas can join the menu.
Who books festival paella catering in Locksgreen?
It covers several diets with one trader, which saves pitches.
In Locksgreen and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Feeding crew and volunteers
Questions to ask before you book
- How bad weather is handled
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- 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