East Sussex · England
Paella Catering in The Pound
Planning paella catering in The Pound? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Family celebrations and christenings
Paella catering for The Pound events
How our paella catering works in The Pound
A single cooking set-up can feed a crowd, very little goes to waste, and the food arrives hot. It’s why live paella suits so many kinds of event. Whether it’s festivals, fairs and school events and big birthdays, we can cook vegetable paella, vegan paella and seafood paella and more.
In a small place like The Pound, events are generally in a garden, a field or a nearby hall. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and cooking close to where we can park helps. We serve straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Area
- The Pound (TN33)
- County
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about paella catering in The Pound
Is The Pound too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to The Pound for guests?
Battle station, about 4.5 miles east of the centre.
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.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
What equipment do you bring?
We bring all the cooking equipment. Let us know what your venue has, like tables or crockery.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
How much paella per person?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. Our guide to portions explains more.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
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.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Planning live paella in The Pound
The Pound is about 5 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of The Pound or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. Our events stretch from The Pound to Brighton (about 23 miles away).
Parks such as Ashburnham Park normally need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. For guests coming by train, Battle station is about 4.5 miles away. The Pound is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and country venues and gardens there suit live paella perfectly. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
We cook at events all over TN33. Whether your event is on Church Road and Linghams Lane or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. We also cook at events in Ashburnham (1 mile north), Brownbread Street (1 mile north-west), Bodle Street Green (2 miles west), Wood's Corner (3 miles north) and Trolliloes (3 miles west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (8 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles south-west) and Crowborough (14 miles north-west).
A little further out are Bexhill Hospital (5.2 miles south-east) and Herstmonceux Castle (3.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Senlac Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Ash Tree Inn (0.5 miles north-west)
A closer look at the menu
Mixed paella
Paella mixta combines meat and seafood in one pan, and it’s frequently the first pan to empty.
Seafood paella
A rich seafood stock with prawns, mussels and squid, cooked until the rice is golden. It is the pan people photograph.
What affects the price in The Pound
These are the factors that matter most:
- Parking and unloading
- Whether you need crockery
- How long we are needed on site
- Waiting and bar staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
What we need at the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegan paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Why choose paella catering in The Pound?
Live paella is food and a show in one. The pans become a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Retirement celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Naming days and family parties
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
For a christening or wedding at a church such as Parish Church of St Peter, a paella lunch or reception nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, if it applies
- When final numbers are due
- How long the team stays
- How each diet is kept separate
Also near The Pound
Other catering in The Pound
Step by step
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. Evenings in The Pound stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm; once it is dark, we need light to cook and serve by.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote, including what’s included.
- We arrive early, set up the cooking area and start the stock.
- The rice cooks in full view, while tapas or canapés go round.
- It’s served straight from the pan, and we pack down afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
Planning help
Is live paella right for your event?
Next to a hog roast or barbecue, paella makes vegetarian, vegan and halal guests easier to cater for, because each paella has its own pan. Service from the pan keeps queues moving. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why us?
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
- 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