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Festival Paella Catering in Sullington
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events turns food into part of your event in Sullington.
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Festivals
- Race days and sports events
Live festival paella catering in Sullington
How our festival paella catering works in Sullington
We bring the pans and burners and work to your site rules, including arrival and waste arrangements. Whether it’s village fêtes and summer fairs and VIP and hospitality areas, we will put together a menu of churros, giant-pan paella and seafood paella.
For a village fête or field event near Sullington, we can bring hot food to a rural site. Ground conditions and access matter, so tell us about them. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Where
- Sullington (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
The process
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Evening events in Sullington have light until about 9:20pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- We check your dates.
- We agree what we will serve and where.
- Burners and pans go up.
- Pans are cooking as gates open.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Before we arrive
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Tell us where to park and unload
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Is live paella right for your event?
For a stall that adds atmosphere, paella is a strong choice. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Sullington
- Fast service from the pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Your questions about festival paella catering in Sullington
Can you run a stall at a school fair in Sullington?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What paperwork do you provide?
Share your trader requirements.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana.
Do you cover Sullington?
Yes, we do. Sullington is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you handle a lunchtime rush?
Service from the pan is fast, which suits busy periods.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan for them.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Firm, level ground
- Spacing from tents and other structures
- Clear information on power, water and waste
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Churros
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Giant paella pans
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Dietary needs and planning tips
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Give traders a single information pack
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
- Check allergen info is on display
- Ensure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
At the end, we clear the pitch and leave it clean.
Crew, volunteer and VIP catering.
Who books festival paella catering in Sullington?
A paella stall draws people into the food area.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Sports club events
- School and charity events
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary, a paella stall adds a hot meal to the cakes and tombola.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- What happens if it rains
- When final numbers are due
What festival paella catering costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Waiting and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Which courses you have in mind
- Where the event is
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Community events around Sullington
Sullington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Sullington or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Sullington is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 14 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Thakeham Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Amberley station, about 4.7 miles west. 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.
For festival paella catering in RH20, we plan around your venue and your guests. If your venue is just outside Sullington, we also cover Storrington (1 mile north-west), Heath Common (1 mile north-east), Washington (1 mile east), Rock (1 mile east) and Cootham (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (8 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles south-east).
A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (0.7 miles north-west) and Amberley Castle (4.5 miles west). The countryside around Sullington includes Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
- Local schools include Rydon Community College (0.9 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Anchor Inn (0.8 miles north-west)
- 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