Surrey · England
Festival Paella Catering for Redlands events
We cook paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Redlands and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Open days and community events
- VIP and hospitality areas
- Sports clubs and race days
Live festival paella catering in Redlands
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan for vegan and gluten-free visitors
- Book crew catering in advance
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Check allergen info is on display
Allergen details are available at the stall, and each pan is labelled.
A vegan pan alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Festival paella catering in Redlands, made fresh on the day
A paella stall covers several diets at once: separate meat, seafood and vegan pans. That simplifies your food line-up. On the menu are seafood paella, vegan paella and giant-pan paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater food and music festivals and village fêtes.
Rural events near Redlands can be a long way from food outlets, so a hot-food stall is a big help. We plan the timings around your day, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
Redlands events: pitches and permissions
Redlands is about 3 miles south of Fleet, in Surrey. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Redlands and the surrounding area. Redlands is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Redlands to Guildford (about 12 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Farnham station, about 2.9 miles south-east. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of All Saints, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola.
Anywhere in GU10, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Redlands for festival paella catering include Warren Corner (1 mile east), Crondall (1 mile south-west), Dora's Green (1 mile south-east), Ewshot (1 mile east) and Bowling Alley (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (12 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Farnham (3 miles south-east), Frimley (7 miles north-east) and Haslemere (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Hart Shopping Centre (3.1 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (2.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Redlands includes Farnham Park and Beacon Hill.
- Local schools include St Nicholas' School (1 mile north) and Court Moor School (2.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Plume Of Feathers Public House (0.7 miles west)
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you are ready to eat. At midsummer, events in Redlands stay light until about 9:20pm, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- First, we check the dates.
- We agree menu and pitch.
- Burners and pans go up.
- Pans are cooking as gates open.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Before we arrive
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Redlands, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Your choice of paellas
- Guest numbers
- Waiting and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Which courses you have in mind
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Why choose live paella in Redlands?
For a stall that adds atmosphere, paella is a strong choice. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why Redlands hosts choose us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Catering across Surrey, including Redlands
Take a look at Our prices page Or What paella catering costs.
Who books festival paella catering in Redlands?
It copes with peak times, thanks to big-batch cooking.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Sports clubs and race days
- Charity and school events
- Agricultural and county shows
- Seasonal markets
School fairs, for a school like Crondall Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall.
Comparing caterers
- Allergen information for each dish
- When final numbers are due
- How long the team stays
- VAT, if it applies
Where we can cook in Redlands
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- Room for our cooking and serving area
- Vehicle access before and after the event
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Redlands
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Giant paella pans
- Churros
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Your questions about festival paella catering in Redlands
Do you trade at school fairs around Redlands?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Do you come out to small places like Redlands?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you provide dessert?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Will you have a stall at our event?
Send us the details, and we will confirm availability and requirements.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll suggest a split based on your guests.
Can you supply plates?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
About the dishes
Vegan paella
Vegans get a hot, filling dish.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid.
Nearby places to Redlands
Also in Redlands
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