East Sussex · England
Festival Paella Catering for Pevensey Bay events
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events for events in Pevensey Bay and across East Sussex.
- School and charity events
- Village fêtes
- Festivals
Festival paella catering near Pevensey Bay
About our festival paella catering in Pevensey Bay
Because paella is cooked in big batches, it handles lunchtime rushes well. Portions are served in seconds. On the menu are seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegan paella, and we are regularly asked to cater county and country shows and school fairs and fundraisers.
In Pevensey Bay, one trader covering most diets keeps it simple. A paella stall does that. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Pevensey Bay (BN24)
- County
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Pevensey Bay
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground
- A pitch big enough for the pans, burners and serving table
- Access for unloading at set-up
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Tapas
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Giant paella pans
- Seafood paella
- Churros
Event catering near Pevensey Bay
Pevensey Bay is about 3 miles north-east of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We cook at events in gardens, halls and venues around Pevensey Bay. We cater in all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 21 miles away.
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as St Wilfrid's Church Pevensey Bay, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola. School fairs, for a school like Pevensey and Westham CofE Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. The coast is within about 5 miles of Pevensey Bay, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN24, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. From The Square, Sea Road and Marine Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Pevensey Bay for festival paella catering include Pevensey (1 mile north-west), Westham (2 miles west), Langney (2 miles south-west), Normans' Bay (2 miles north-east) and Jenkins' Green (2 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (3 miles south-west), Hastings (10 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles north-east), Seaford (11 miles west), Hailsham (6 miles north-west) and St Leonards (9 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Pevensey Court House Museum And Gaol (1 mile north-west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). Not far away are Gillham Wood.
- Nearby schools include Bishop Bell School (1.8 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Massilia Bay pub (less than half a mile north)
Events we cater in Pevensey Bay
It suits outdoor events of all sizes.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
- Music and food festivals
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
For visitors coming by rail, Pevensey Bay station is about 0.5 miles away.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
- The venue requirements
- How late numbers can change
What’s in the pans
Vegan paella
Vegan paella cooked separately.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky and filling, popular with families.
What festival paella catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Parking and unloading
- How many guests are eating
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What to tell us
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The date and rough timings
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
For event organisers in Pevensey Bay
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Organising a club, school or community event in Pevensey Bay? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Questions from Pevensey Bay
Is Pevensey Bay close to London?
Roughly 51 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to Pevensey Bay for guests?
The closest is Pevensey Bay station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, and we time it to your schedule.
Do you come to Pevensey Bay?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Pevensey Bay and across East Sussex. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
Live paella or other catering?
For crew catering, sandwiches are easy but uninspiring. A hot paella keeps crew going. The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why book with us
- We cover Pevensey Bay and the whole of East Sussex
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
Should I cook it myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Towns and villages near Pevensey Bay
Other catering in Pevensey Bay
How it works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests normally gather round to watch while it cooks. At midsummer, events in Pevensey Bay stay light until about 9:15pm, so evening trading normally finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We confirm menu, pitch needs and documents.
- We arrive and set up at the agreed time.
- We cook and serve throughout.
- We clear and leave the pitch clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Read more
- 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