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Live paella catering in Plummers Plain, West Sussex
Planning paella catering in Plummers Plain? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Big birthdays
- Weddings and evening receptions
Planning an event in Plummers Plain?
Is live paella right for your event?
Next to a hog roast or barbecue, live paella is easier for vegetarian, vegan and halal guests, thanks to separate pans. Service from the pan keeps queues moving. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
See How we price And What paella catering costs.
How our paella catering works in Plummers Plain
You can keep it simple or build a full menu: just paella, or paella with tapas, desserts and drinks. We’ll suggest what suits your event. For big birthdays and festivals, fairs and school events, we can cook paella Valenciana, black rice and mixed paella for your guests.
Somewhere like Plummers Plain, a field or garden is often the perfect setting. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Plummers Plain (RH13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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Where we can cook in Plummers Plain
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Paella Valenciana
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
Occasions we cook for in Plummers Plain
Paella is one of the few dishes that handles mixed diets easily, thanks to separate pans for each version. Everyone gets the same kind of meal.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversary celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
For a christening or wedding at a church such as St Mary's Church, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Comparing caterers
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
What happens on the day
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. Evenings in Plummers Plain stay light until about 9:20pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; after dark, the cooking and serving areas need good lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the cooking spot.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for 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.
Related guides
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against 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.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Working with your venue
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Catering for every guest
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Plan a meat, a seafood and a vegetable or vegan pan
- Tell us what else is being served
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
A short rest after cooking helps, which is when we usually call guests over.
Finish with churros, crema catalana or tarta de Santiago.
Plummers Plain questions
What’s the nearest station to Plummers Plain for guests?
The closest is Faygate station, roughly 3.8 miles away.
How far is Plummers Plain from London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How many paellas should we have?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It is ideal. Large pans and fast service from the pan make it well suited to crowds.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
What if the weather’s bad?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Is the paella gluten-free?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Catering an event in Plummers Plain
Plummers Plain is about 4 miles east of Horsham, in West Sussex. Wherever your event is in the RH13 area, we can bring the pans to you. Plummers Plain is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 15 miles away.
Historic houses near Plummers Plain include Tyes Place (2.9 miles east) and Ockenden Manor (4.7 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. For guests coming by train, Faygate station is about 3.8 miles away.
For paella catering in RH13, we plan around your venue and your guests. That could mean an event in a garden on Handford Way, Handcross Road and Hammerpond Road. Nearby, we also cater events in Slaugham (1 mile east), Lower Beeding (1 mile south-west), Handcross (2 miles north-east), Mannings Heath (2 miles west) and Crabtree (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (5 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles west), Haywards Heath (7 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (8 miles south-east), East Grinstead (11 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Horsham Hospital (4.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Plummers Plain include Tilgate Lake and Warnham LNR.
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- How long we’re needed on site
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and time of the event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- What the venue already provides
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
- 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