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Live paella catering in Chiddingly, East Sussex
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Chiddingly.
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthday parties
Paella catering in Chiddingly
Paella catering in Chiddingly, made fresh on the day
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. When it’s ready, it’s served straight from the pan. Typical bookings include fairs, fêtes and festivals and naming days and family parties, with mixed paella, paella Valenciana and black rice.
For a rural spot like Chiddingly, the countryside is part of the appeal: a paella cooking in a garden or field feels right at home. Tell us about access and the ground. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Chiddingly (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Paella catering around Chiddingly
Chiddingly is about 4 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. For paella catering in Chiddingly, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. Chiddingly is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Chiddingly to Brighton (15 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Berwick (Sussex) station is about 4.7 miles away. For a christening or wedding at a church such as The Parish Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Chiddingly is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours.
Here we cover the BN8 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Whitesmith (1 mile west), East Hoathly (2 miles north-west), Halland (3 miles north-west), Shortgate (3 miles west) and Blackboys (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (9 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (4 miles south-east) and Crowborough (10 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Sussex Farm Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Tickerage Castle (4.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
- Local pubs include The Six Bells Public House (less than half a mile north)
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegan paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Give us separate numbers for children
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll serve, clear and help keep things moving, so you can relax.
Bread, salad and lemon go well alongside.
Chiddingly questions
How far is Chiddingly from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Chiddingly 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.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you cover Chiddingly?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Chiddingly is within our area and the rest of East Sussex. For a quote, use our quote form.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is halal food available?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we will cook a separate pan.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
Barbecues cook in batches, so food comes off in waves. Paella is ready all at once, so everyone eats together. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why Chiddingly hosts choose us
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- We cover Chiddingly and the whole of East Sussex
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Dishes our guests love
Mixed paella
Chicken and seafood together.
Paella Valenciana
The original paella from Valencia is a countryside dish of chicken and vegetables, rather than seafood. It’s a favourite with guests who do not eat fish.
Who books paella catering in Chiddingly?
It needs no kitchen, so it works in gardens, fields and marquees where plated meals are hard.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Chiddingly, people book us for events such as:
- Community events and fairs
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
Nearby historic houses include Horselunges Manor (2.7 miles south-east) and Michelham Priory (3.1 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on caterers and cooking early.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- Travel and parking costs
- VAT, if it applies
- What the caterer needs from your venue
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. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
What paella catering costs
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How many courses
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
- Your choice of paellas
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
These details help us quote quickly:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Chiddingly, and we will put together a menu and price.
How it works
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Around midsummer it stays light in Chiddingly until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we set up and cook in front of your guests.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Planning paella catering in Chiddingly? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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