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Live paella catering in Heyshott Green, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, live paella catering, cooked fresh in giant pans at your event turns food into part of your event in Heyshott Green.
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
- Milestone birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Heyshott Green?
How our paella catering works in Heyshott Green
Live paella works almost anywhere with a level, ventilated spot: gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and festival fields in and around Heyshott Green. We cook mixed paella, black rice and vegetable paella, and we’re often booked for office lunches and staff parties and anniversaries and engagement parties.
In a rural place like Heyshott Green, the setting does plenty of the work: a huge pan in a garden or field fits perfectly. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Area
- Heyshott Green (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Heyshott Green: venues, travel and local tips
Heyshott Green is about 9 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. From the centre of Heyshott Green to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cook in 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 21 miles away.
For a christening or wedding at a church such as The Parish Church of St James, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Midhurst Rother College, can book us as a food stall. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Heyshott Green, a lovely setting for an outdoor event. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours.
We cook at events all over GU29. For events just outside Heyshott Green, we cover Heyshott (1 mile south-east), Hoyle (1 mile east), Cocking Causeway (1 mile north-west), Cocking (1 mile south-west) and West Lavington (1 mile north). Further out, we also cater in Bognor Regis (12 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Community Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Midhurst Museum (1.9 miles north). The countryside around Heyshott Green includes Graffham Common and Levin Down.
- Pubs nearby include Unicorn Inn (0.5 miles south-east)
Nearby places to Heyshott Green
What else we do in Heyshott Green
How it works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. Evenings in Heyshott Green stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- You share your date, numbers and venue.
- We plan a menu that covers every diet.
- We arrive early to set up the burners and pans.
- The paella cooks as guests gather round.
- We serve hot from the pan and clear our cooking area.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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How we price paella catering
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How many courses
Larger events typically cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the cooking area
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
Perfect for your event in Heyshott Green
It needs no kitchen, so it works in gardens, fields and marquees where other catering struggles.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Big birthdays
Historic houses near Heyshott Green include Cowdray House (1.9 miles north) and West Dean House (4.3 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether travel is included
Questions from Heyshott Green
Is Heyshott Green close to London?
About 46 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Heyshott Green?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What is live paella catering?
We arrive with pans, burners and ingredients, cook in front of your guests, and serve when you’re ready to eat.
What seafood can we have?
We’ll talk through seafood options when we plan your menu, including premium options if you want them.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We’ll agree a wet-weather plan with you.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Organising a club, school or community event in Heyshott Green? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Is live paella right for your event?
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked live and served hot. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Fast service from the pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Drinks service on request
Read How we price And What paella catering costs.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Ensure each pan is labelled
- Ensure most guests can sit to eat
- Tell us what else is being served
If you’ve booked staff, they’ll serve, clear and help keep things moving, so you can enjoy your guests.
Crockery, cutlery and waiting staff are available if your venue does not provide them.
- 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