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Festival & event paella in Walberton, West Sussex
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events for events in Walberton.
- Agricultural and county shows
- Sports clubs and race days
- Christmas and farmers’ markets
Festival paella catering in Walberton
For event organisers in Walberton
Events in public spaces, like parks, generally need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Let us know how long the food break is.
How our festival paella catering works in Walberton
One paella stall covers many diets: separate meat, seafood and vegan pans. That simplifies your food line-up. On the menu are chicken and chorizo paella, vegan paella and giant-pan paella, and typical bookings are for sports club events and farmers’ and Christmas markets.
At a fête or field event near Walberton, we can bring hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and access. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and a queue moves quickly.
- Location
- Walberton (BN18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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What else we do in Walberton
Dietary needs and planning tips
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Check how many portions traders can serve
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Schedule crew meals
Allergen details are available at the stall.
Extra pans for busy periods.
What’s in the pans
Giant paella pans
It’s the giant pan people come to see.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A crowd-pleaser for meat eaters.
How it works
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, events in Walberton stay light until about 9:20pm, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter markets, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We confirm menu, pitch needs and documents.
- We set up on time.
- We cook in full view and serve all event.
- We clear and leave the pitch clean.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Get a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Planning help
Planning the cooking area
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Access for unloading at set-up
- Clearance from tents and gazebos
- A pitch big enough for the pans, burners and serving table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Giant paella pans
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Live paella or other catering?
Most stalls cook to order. Paella is cooked in big batches and served from the pan, keeping queues short. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Events in Walberton and across West Sussex
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Common questions in Walberton
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you run a stall at a school fair in Walberton?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. See all areas.
Will you have a stall at our event?
Tell us about the event, dates and pitch, and we will check availability.
What documents can you send?
Send your requirements and we’ll include them with our application.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we will quote for the rest.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Walberton
Walberton is about 5 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Events in Walberton are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Walberton is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Walberton to Brighton (about 21 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like St Mary's Church? A paella pan draws people in. If you’re organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Walberton and Binsted CofE Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 6 miles of Walberton, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements. The coast is within about 5 miles of Walberton, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN18, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on The Street, Maple Road and Prime Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Avisford (1 mile north-east), Binsted (1 mile east), Slindon Common (1 mile north), West Barnham (1 mile south-west) and Barnham (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Arundel and District Hospital (2.5 miles east) and Arundel Castle (3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel and Bignor Hill.
- Nearby schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (1.3 miles south-west)
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Parking and unloading
- Waiting and bar staff
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Thinking about festival paella catering for your event in Walberton? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
- 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