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Festival & event paella in Slindon, West Sussex
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Slindon. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Seasonal markets
- Agricultural and county shows
- Open days
Festival paella catering for Slindon events
Community events around Slindon
Slindon is about 6 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. For festival paella catering in Slindon, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cover 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Slindon to Brighton (about 22 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like The Parish Church of St Mary? A paella pan draws people in. If you’re organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Slindon CofE Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. Within about 5 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules. The coast is within about 6 miles of Slindon, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and seafood paella sells well by the sea.
We cater events across the BN18 postcode area. From School Hill, Dyers Lane and Slindon Top Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Slindon Common (1 mile south-east), Fontwell (1 mile south-west), Avisford (1 mile south-east), Walberton (1 mile south) and Binsted (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (6 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south-east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
A little further out are Arundel and District Hospital (3 miles east) and Tote Copse Castle (3.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Nearby schools include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (2.3 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Newburgh Arms Public House (within half a mile east)
Festival paella catering in Slindon, made fresh on the day
The cooking is part of the show. Visitors stop to watch, take photos and come back for lunch. On the menu are churros, chicken and chorizo paella and vegan paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater farmers’ and Christmas markets and music and food festivals.
At a fête or field event near Slindon, we can bring hot food to a rural site. Ground conditions and access matter, so tell us about them. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Where
- Slindon (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Evening events in Slindon have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- 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 in full view and serve all event.
- We pack down and tidy the pitch.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
- Check allergen info is on display
- Check how many portions traders can serve
- Put picnic tables near the traders
Crew meals are served at set times.
Extra pans for busy periods.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
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. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Planning the cooking area
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Clearance from tents and gazebos
- Access for unloading at set-up
- A pitch big enough for the pans, burners and serving table
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Slindon
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Giant paella pans
- Vegan paella
Perfect for your event in Slindon
It works at small fêtes and big festivals.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Food and music festivals
- Agricultural and county shows
- School and charity events
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Barnham station, about 2.5 miles south.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
- When final numbers are due
- How each diet is kept separate
Why live cooking beats a buffet
For crew catering, sandwiches are easy but uninspiring. A hot meal keeps crew happy. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Fast service from the pan
- A clear, itemised quote
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is a festival favourite.
Giant paella pans
A pan the size of a cartwheel, full of saffron rice.
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Questions from Slindon
Is Slindon too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to Slindon for guests?
The closest is Barnham station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you have vegan options at events?
Yes. A vegan paella pan sits alongside the meat and seafood pans.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Slindon.
How many different paellas?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
- 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