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Live paella catering in Redford, 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 makes the food a highlight of your event in Redford.
- Staff parties and work lunches
- Anniversary celebrations
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Paella catering in Redford
Paella catering for your event in Redford
Paella was made for feeding a crowd: cooked outdoors in a wide, shallow pan and shared. That is what we bring to events in Redford. Popular choices include mixed paella, vegan paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for garden get-togethers and weddings, from canapés to evening food.
Somewhere as small as Redford, a garden or field is frequently the venue. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and a firm spot near where we park makes set-up easier. Tapas, canapés, desserts, sangria and staff can all be added, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Redford (GU29)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella in Redford: local details
Redford is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. For paella catering in Redford, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Redford is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 17 miles away.
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Luke, live paella at a garden or venue nearby works well. Historic houses near Redford include Cowdray House (3.4 miles south-east). Historic venues frequently limit cooking, so ask early if you are booking one. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Redford, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules about vehicles and cooking, so check with yours.
Paella catering in GU29 is planned around your venue and timings. Other places close to Redford for paella catering include Fernhurst (3 miles north-east), Linchmere (3 miles north), Kingsley Green (3 miles north-east), Woolmer Hill (4 miles north) and Hammer (4 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Chichester (13 miles south), Emsworth (14 miles south-west), Billingshurst (14 miles east), Portfield (13 miles south), Midhurst (3 miles south) and Arundel (15 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Museum (3.3 miles south-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Redford include Cooksbridge Meadow and Wheeler's Down.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Let us know about other food at the event
- Ensure each pan is labelled
- Put allergy details in writing
Paella is best eaten as soon as it’s ready, so we plan service for when guests are ready to eat.
Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana finish the meal, or serve your own cake.
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
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.
Events we cater in Redford
People book live paella because it is food and entertainment at once. The pans become a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Redford:
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Naming days and family parties
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Liphook station, about 3.1 miles north.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How late numbers can change
The menu, dish by dish
Paella Valenciana
Paella Valenciana is the original: chicken, beans and saffron, not seafood. It is a favourite with guests who do not eat fish.
Mixed paella
Mixed paella brings meat and seafood together.
Other catering in Redford
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and food can sit out for a while. Paella is cooked live and served hot. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Redford
- Vegan paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Mixed paella
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. Around midsummer it stays light in Redford until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 4:00pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and any dietary needs.
- We put together a menu and a clear quote.
- On the day, we set up the burners and pans and get the stock going.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan and clear our area when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
Planning paella catering in Redford? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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FAQs for Redford
Do you come out to small places like Redford?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Redford from London?
Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Pans, burners and ingredients all come with us. You just need a suitable spot and access.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Is paella enough as a main?
Paella is a meal in itself. Many hosts add tapas first or dessert after.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We will make a plan B with you.
What affects the price in Redford
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The paellas you choose
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:
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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