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Live paella catering in East Hoathly, East Sussex
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in East Hoathly. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Anniversary celebrations
- Leaving dos and retirements
Planning an event in East Hoathly?
For planners, venues and organisers
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’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Paella catering in East Hoathly, made fresh on the day
Live paella works almost anywhere with a level, ventilated spot: gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and festival fields. We cook mixed paella, vegan paella and black rice, and typical bookings are for festivals, fairs and school events and retirement celebrations.
Somewhere as small as East Hoathly, a garden or field is frequently the venue. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- East Hoathly (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price paella catering
We’ll give you a clear, itemised quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The length of service
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Your choice of paellas
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- Anything your venue supplies
- The courses you’d like
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Occasions we cook for in East Hoathly
It suits relaxed, sociable events, where guests can mingle while it cooks and then sit down to share.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in East Hoathly and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Festivals, fairs and school events
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Uckfield station, about 4.2 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- Who provides the crockery
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Whether VAT is included
- Allergen information for each dish
Questions from East Hoathly
Which station should guests use for East Hoathly?
Uckfield station, about 4.2 miles north-west of the centre.
Is East Hoathly close to London?
About 41 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, East Sussex included. See all areas.
Which paella is most popular?
That depends on who’s coming. Chicken and mixed paellas tend to go first, alongside seafood and vegetable or vegan pans.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Dishes our guests love
Paella Valenciana
The original paella from Valencia is a countryside dish of chicken and vegetables, not seafood. It’s often the most popular pan at an event.
Black rice
Black rice gets its colour from squid ink, and is generally served with alioli. It makes a dramatic second seafood pan.
Places near East Hoathly
More for events in East Hoathly
Step by step
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. Around midsummer it stays light in East Hoathly until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan the menu with you, including every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The sofrito, stock and rice go in, and guests gather to watch.
- Service is straight from the pan, then we pack down.
How to prepare
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
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Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
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.
Is live paella right for your event?
For something a little different, live paella brings colour, aroma and a touch of Spain to your event in East Hoathly. 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.
Why East Hoathly hosts choose us
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- We cover East Hoathly and the whole of East Sussex
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Take a look at Our prices page Or The cost guide.
Planning live paella in East Hoathly
East Hoathly is about 4 miles south-east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of East Hoathly or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. East Hoathly is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from East Hoathly to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
Historic houses near East Hoathly include Horselunges Manor (4.6 miles south-east) and Michelham Priory (4.8 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. If you are celebrating after a service at a church like The Parish Church, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. East Hoathly 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.
We cater events across the BN8 postcode area. From High Street, London Road and Rectory Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. Other places close to East Hoathly for paella catering include Halland (1 mile west), Whitesmith (1 mile south), Chiddingly (2 miles south-east), Shortgate (2 miles west) and Blackboys (3 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (11 miles south), Lewes (8 miles south-west), Hailsham (6 miles south-east) and Crowborough (9 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Sussex Farm Museum (3.5 miles east) and Tickerage Castle (3.2 miles north). Open spaces near East Hoathly include Selwyns Wood.
- Pubs nearby include Foresters Arms (under half a mile south-west)
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Request clear labels at the serving table
- Ask about diets and allergies on your invitation or RSVP
- Ensure most guests can sit to eat
- Confirm allergies by email
Any staff you book serve and clear, so you can relax.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges make the meal go further and suit guests who are not big rice 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