Brighton and Hove · England
Festival & event paella in Waterhall, Brighton and Hove
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events for events in Waterhall and across Brighton and Hove.
- Feeding crew and volunteers
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Planning an event in Waterhall?
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Make allergen information visible at every stall
- Ask traders about packaging and waste
- Plan for vegan and gluten-free visitors
- Plan seating near the food area
Allergen details are available at the stall, and each pan is labelled.
Bowl food for easy eating on the move.
Festival paella catering in Waterhall, cooked live
Festivals, fairs, markets and community events are all on our list. Whether it’s school fairs and fundraisers and race days and sports events, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, vegan paella and seafood paella for your guests.
At a fête or field event near Waterhall, a paella stall brings a hot, filling meal to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and access. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Waterhall (BN1)
- County
- Brighton and Hove
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. Summer events in Waterhall have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Send the event name, expected visitors and pitch size.
- You get our stall menu and what we need on site.
- Paperwork goes over in good time.
- We time the first pans for the lunchtime rush.
- At close, we pack down and tidy up.
Preparing for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Waterhall events: pitches and permissions
Waterhall is about 3 miles north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Waterhall and nearby villages. Waterhall is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we cook.
Running a fête for a church like All Saints Church? A paella pan draws people in. School fairs, for a school like Westdene Primary School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. 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. With the sea within about 4 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events, and seafood paella sells well by the sea.
Here we cover the BN1 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Waterhall, we also cover Patcham (1 mile south-east), Westdene (1 mile south), Hollingbury (1 mile south-east), Withdean (1 mile south) and Preston (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton (3 miles south-east), Brighton and Hove (3 miles south-west), Hove (3 miles south), Carlton Hill (3 miles south), Hanover (3 miles south-east) and West Hill (3 miles south).
A little further out are British Engineerium (1.9 miles south-west) and Montefiore Hospital (2.7 miles south). Open spaces near Waterhall include Ladies Mile and Wolstonbury Hill.
- Local schools include Patcham High School (0.8 miles south-east) and The Dharma Primary School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include Miller & Carter pub (under half a mile south-east)
Towns and villages near Waterhall
Also in Waterhall
Planning the cooking area
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Details of power, water and waste arrangements
- Vehicle access to the pitch at set-up and break-down
- Spacing from tents and other structures
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Giant paella pans
- Tapas
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear, itemised quote. What affects it most:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many staff you need
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How long we’re needed on site
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Anything your venue supplies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The venue or postcode
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
Working with your venue
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Waterhall? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
DIY paella versus live catering
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Questions from Waterhall
Do you trade at school fairs around Waterhall?
Yes, if the school is happy for us to cook on site. Send us the date, pitch and expected numbers.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How much does festival paella catering cost in Waterhall?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We will check whether your venue has a suitable space.
What documents can you send?
Send your requirements and we’ll include them with our application.
Is there a vegan option?
Absolutely. The vegan pan is cooked separately.
Why choose live paella in Waterhall?
Most street food is cooked one order at a time. Paella is cooked in big batches and served from the pan, so queues move quickly. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why choose Love Paella in Waterhall
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
Occasions we cook for in Waterhall
A paella stall draws people into the food area.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Waterhall, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Feeding crew and volunteers
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- County and country shows
- Community events and open days
Events in parks such as Withdean Park need permission from the council or landowner, and we will send any documents they ask for.
What your quote should include
- Staff numbers and hours
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if it rains
- What the price includes, item by item
- 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