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Festival Paella Catering for Walderton events
Paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Walderton: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Crew, volunteer and VIP catering
- Sports club events
- Village fêtes
Festival paella catering for Walderton events
Festival paella catering for your event in Walderton
Festivals, fairs, markets and community events are all on our list in and around Walderton. We are often asked to cater open days and country shows, with churros, chicken and chorizo paella and giant-pan paella.
Rural events near Walderton can be a long way from food outlets, so a paella stall is a welcome sight. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Area
- Walderton (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Ensure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
- Check allergen info is on display
At the end, we clear the pitch and leave it clean.
Churros and tapas can join the menu.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A pitch away from tents and structures
- Flat, firm ground
- Clear information on power, water and waste
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Giant paella pans
- Tapas
- Churros
Community events around Walderton
Walderton is about 5 miles east of Havant, in West Sussex. We bring festival paella catering to homes, gardens and venues in Walderton and the surrounding area. We cook in 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 22 miles away.
Running a fête for a church like The Parish Church of St Mary? A paella pan draws people in. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Nutbourne station, about 3.1 miles south. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 6 miles of Walderton, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
We cover events in every part of PO18 and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Lordington (1 mile south-west), Racton (1 mile south-west), Funtington (2 miles south-east), Hambrook (2 miles south) and West Ashling (3 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (11 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south-east), Selsey (12 miles south), Emsworth (4 miles south-west), Portfield (6 miles south-east) and Yapton (13 miles south-east).
A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles south-west) and Warblington Castle (4.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Walderton includes Walderton Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
About the dishes
Chicken & chorizo paella
A hearty, smoky pan, popular with families.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Occasions we cook for in Walderton
One trader, many diets.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Walderton and West Sussex:
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Country shows
- Open days
- Farmers’ and Christmas markets
Events in parks such as Stansted Park need permission from the council or landowner, and we will send any documents they ask for.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for each dish
- When final numbers are due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Also near Walderton
What else we do in Walderton
Why choose live paella in Walderton?
For crew catering, sandwiches are easy but uninspiring. A hot meal keeps crew happy. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Walderton
- Events in Walderton and across West Sussex
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Common questions in Walderton
Is Walderton 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.
Is Walderton close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London.
Do you have the documents we need?
Send us your list.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Can vegans eat at your stall?
Absolutely. The vegan pan is cooked separately.
Can you handle a lunchtime rush?
It’s one of the quickest hot foods to serve, ideal for peak times.
What festival paella catering costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Guest numbers
- How long we are needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The courses you’d like
- The venue or postcode
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the space, if you can
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
How it works
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, events in Walderton stay light until about 9:20pm, which helps evening trading. Winter markets, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- We check your dates.
- We agree what we’ll serve and where.
- Burners and pans go up.
- The first pans are ready as visitors arrive.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Related guides
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.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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