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Festival & event paella in Whitesmith, East Sussex
Looking for festival paella catering in Whitesmith? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Summer fairs and fêtes
- Race days and sports events
- Feeding crew and volunteers
Book festival paella catering in Whitesmith
Whitesmith events: pitches and permissions
Whitesmith is about 5 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Across the BN8 area, we can bring the pans to you. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Whitesmith to Brighton (14 miles away).
If you’re organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Chiddingly Primary School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. Running a fête for a church like The Parish Church? A paella pan draws people in. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 7 miles of Whitesmith, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
We cater events across BN8 and the streets around it. Whether your event is on Whitesmith Lane and Whitesmith or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Other places close to Whitesmith for festival paella catering include Chiddingly (1 mile east), East Hoathly (1 mile north), Halland (2 miles north-west), Shortgate (2 miles west) and Blackboys (4 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (5 miles south-east) and Crowborough (10 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Hellingly Hospital Railway (4 miles east) and Tickerage Castle (4.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
Festival paella catering in Whitesmith, made fresh on the day
Paella eats well from a bowl with a fork, standing up or sitting on the grass. We are often asked to cater village fêtes and race days and sports events, serving vegan paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella.
For a village fête or field event near Whitesmith, we can bring hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and access. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
- Where
- Whitesmith (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Is live paella right for your event?
If you want a trader that adds atmosphere, paella is a strong choice. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in Whitesmith
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- A quote that spells everything out
- Sangria and bar staff available
- We cover Whitesmith and the whole of East Sussex
See Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Places near Whitesmith
What else we do in Whitesmith
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Whitesmith? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
FAQs for Whitesmith
Which station should guests use for Whitesmith?
Berwick (Sussex) station, about 4.5 miles south of the centre.
Is Whitesmith close to London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Of course. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Include children in your numbers.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you cover Whitesmith?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Whitesmith and the rest of East Sussex. To check your date, use our quote form.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many courses
- Whether you need crockery
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Anything your venue supplies
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Whitesmith, and we will put together a menu and price.
What happens on the day
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. At midsummer, events in Whitesmith stay light until about 9:15pm, which helps evening trading. For winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Tell us about the event, the crowd and the pitch.
- We reply with our menu, prices for visitors and requirements.
- We send the documents the event asks for.
- On the day, the pans are on before the busiest hours.
- When trading ends, the pitch is cleared and left clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
Getting a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
- Put all trader information in one pack
- Ask traders about serving speed at peak times
- Plan seating near the food area
We set up at the agreed time, following your trader pack.
Tapas and churros can be added to a stall menu.
Where we can cook in Whitesmith
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Firm, level ground
- Vehicle access before and after the event
- Pitch space for cooking and serving
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Giant paella pans
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
Perfect for your event in Whitesmith
It suits outdoor events of all sizes.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Agricultural and county shows
- Sports clubs and race days
- Village fêtes
- Seasonal markets
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 4.5 miles south.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Who provides the crockery
- When final numbers are due
The menu, dish by dish
Vegan paella
Vegan paella cooked separately.
Chicken & chorizo paella
A crowd-pleaser for meat eaters.
- 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