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Festival & event paella in Murston, Kent
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Murston. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
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- County and country shows
Festival paella catering in Murston
Fairs, fêtes and events in Murston
Murston is about 1 mile east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. From the centre of Murston to the outskirts, festival paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Murston is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our events stretch from Murston to Canterbury (about 15 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like Church of All Saints? A paella pan draws people in. School fairs, for a school like Sunny Bank Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. Events in and around the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 8 miles of Murston, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
For festival paella catering in ME10 and ME9, we plan around your venue. Whether your event is on Oak Road, Glebe Lane and Leigh Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Murston, we also cover Milton Regis (1 mile north), Sittingbourne (1 mile west), Tonge Corner (1 mile east), Rodmersham (1 mile south) and Kemsley (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (15 miles east), Whitstable (12 miles east), Faversham (6 miles east) and Minster (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (1.1 miles north-west) and Bayford Court (less than half a mile west).
- Local schools include Sittingbourne Community College (0.5 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The New Inn (under half a mile south-east)
Festival paella catering in Murston, cooked live
The cooking is part of the show. People stop, watch and come back to eat. Whether it is music and food festivals and village fêtes, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, giant-pan paella and vegan paella for your guests.
Village fêtes and summer fairs around Murston are made for a paella stall. Tell us about the pitch, ground and access. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
For planners, venues and organisers
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Ensure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
- Ask for allergen information at each stall
- Put picnic tables near the traders
If crew or volunteer meals are booked, they’re served at the agreed times.
Catering for crew and VIP areas.
Places near Murston
Other catering in Murston
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against 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.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. Evening events in Murston have light until about 9:15pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- It starts with your event details and pitch information.
- We confirm our menu, pitch needs and documents.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- Pans cook in full view and we serve throughout the event.
- We pack down and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Send us the date, your venue or ME10 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Travel, parking and access
- Timings and hours
- Waiting and bar staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Anything your venue supplies
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want to eat
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Where we can cook in Murston
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- A pitch away from tents and structures
- Trader information and site rules
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we offer
- Seafood paella
- Giant paella pans
- Vegan paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
About the dishes
Giant paella pans
A pan the size of a cartwheel, full of saffron rice.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid for fish lovers.
Why choose live paella in Murston?
If you want a trader that adds atmosphere, paella is a strong choice. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Your questions about festival paella catering in Murston
How far is Murston from London?
About 38 miles from central London.
Do you trade at school fairs around Murston?
Yes, if the school is happy for us to cook on site. Send us the date, pitch and expected numbers.
Can you handle a lunchtime rush?
Big batches and service from the pan keep things moving.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
- 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