Hampshire · England
Festival & event paella in Winklebury, Hampshire
Love Paella cooks paella street food for festivals, fairs, markets and community events across Winklebury and Hampshire, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- School and charity events
- Agricultural and county shows
- VIP and hospitality areas
Festival paella catering in Winklebury
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
About our festival paella catering in Winklebury
Paella eats well from a bowl with a fork, standing up or sitting on the grass. Typical bookings include school and charity events and farmers’ and Christmas markets, serving churros, giant-pan paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
In Winklebury, one trader covering most diets keeps it simple. A paella stall does that. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
FAQs for Winklebury
Which station should guests use for Winklebury?
Basingstoke station, about 1.5 miles east of the centre.
How far is Winklebury from London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
What does festival paella catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Can you trade at our festival or fair?
Tell us about your event, and we’ll confirm availability and requirements.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
What happens on the day
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. For an evening event in Winklebury, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We send our menu, needs and paperwork.
- We set up on time.
- We cook and serve throughout.
- We pack down and tidy the pitch.
Before we arrive
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave space around the cooking area
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Provide seating near the food
- Book crew catering in advance
- Check allergen info is on display
- Give traders a single information pack
Allergen information is available at the stall, and each pan is labelled.
Extra pans for busy periods.
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Firm, level ground
- Trader information and site rules
- Spacing from tents and other structures
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Churros
- Tapas
- Giant paella pans
- Seafood paella
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Also near Winklebury
What else we do in Winklebury
Occasions we cook for in Winklebury
A paella stall draws people into the food area and serves them fast.
Whatever you’re celebrating in Winklebury, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Agricultural and county shows
- Feeding crew and volunteers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Music and food festivals
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Basingstoke station, about 1.5 miles east.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether travel is included
- What happens if it rains
- VAT, if it applies
- Staff numbers and hours
What affects the price in Winklebury
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- The length of service
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
- The paellas you choose
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Why choose live paella in Winklebury?
Burger and hot dog stalls are familiar but similar. A paella pan stands out in a food line-up. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why Winklebury hosts choose us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- We cover Winklebury and the whole of Hampshire
Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Event catering near Winklebury
Winklebury is about 1 mile west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We cook at events in homes, gardens and venues in Winklebury and nearby villages. We cater in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 14 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Castle Hill Infant School, are a natural fit for a paella stall. Running a fête for a church like The Good Shepherd? A paella pan draws people in.
Anywhere in RG23, RG22 and RG24, we can bring festival paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Roman Road, Wayside Road and Worting Road, and we can cook for an event on any of them. You’ll find Winklebury on the A340, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. For events just outside Winklebury, we cover Worting (1 mile south-west), Buckskin (1 mile south-west), South Ham (1 mile south-east), Rooksdown (1 mile north) and Basingstoke (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles east), Tadley (6 miles north) and Hook (7 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Willis Museum (1.6 miles east) and Basing House (3.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods and Farleigh Hill.
- Schools near Winklebury include Fort Hill Community School (less than half a mile north) and Coppice Spring School (1.4 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The White Hart Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
What’s in the pans
Giant paella pans
It is the huge pan people come to see.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Popular with families.
- 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