Hampshire · England
Festival & event paella in Stanmore, Hampshire
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Stanmore. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- County and country shows
- VIP and hospitality areas
- Charity and school events
Festival paella catering near Stanmore
Stanmore: your questions answered
Do you trade at school fairs around Stanmore?
Yes, if the school is happy for us to cook on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
What’s the nearest station to Stanmore for guests?
The closest is Winchester station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you feed our volunteers?
Yes, timed to your schedule. Tell us numbers and timings.
Festival paella catering in Stanmore, made fresh on the day
Big batches mean lunchtime rushes are easy. Portions are served in seconds. On the menu are chicken and chorizo paella, vegan paella and giant-pan paella, and we’re frequently booked for seasonal markets and sports club events.
Around Stanmore, a fête or summer fair suits a huge paella pan. Tell us about the pitch, ground and access. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but a few things matter:
- Room for our cooking and serving area
- A level pitch on firm ground
- Details of power, water and waste arrangements
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Giant paella pans
Running an event in Stanmore
Stanmore is about 1 mile south-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. We bring festival paella catering to homes, gardens and venues in Stanmore and the surrounding area. Stanmore is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our events stretch from Stanmore to Southampton (about 10 miles away).
If your event is in St. Cross Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we will supply our paperwork. School fairs, for a school like Stanmore Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall.
Wherever your event is in SO22 and SO23, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Fox Lane, Kings Road and Romsey Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Being close to the A3090, Stanmore is easy for us to reach for your event. Other places close to Stanmore for festival paella catering include Badger Farm (1 mile south), St Cross (1 mile south-east), Oliver's Battery (1 mile south-west), Winchester (1 mile north-east) and Weeke (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Eastleigh (6 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north-west), Totton (12 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (5 miles south-west) and Hedge End (10 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Winchester Castle (0.9 miles north-east) and Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (0.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Stanmore include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
- Local schools include Kings' School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include White Horse Public House (0.6 miles east)
DIY paella versus live catering
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it is in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there is shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
How we price festival paella catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- How long we’re needed on site
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Guest numbers
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The address or venue name
- The date and rough timings
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid.
Giant paella pans
Huge pans of golden rice, cooking in full view.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Stanmore? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Paella compared with other options
Burger and hot dog stalls are familiar but similar. Paella adds something different in a food line-up. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Schedule crew meals
- Make allergen information visible at every stall
- Agree waste arrangements with traders
- Provide seating near the food
We set up at the agreed time, following your trader pack.
Bowls and forks for eating on the go.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. For an evening event in Stanmore, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We send our menu, needs and paperwork.
- 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
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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