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Paella Catering for West Horsley events
Planning paella catering in West Horsley? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Office lunches and staff parties
- Christenings and family gatherings
Live paella catering in West Horsley
West Horsley questions
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
What’s the nearest station to West Horsley for guests?
Horsley station, about 0.7 miles east of the centre.
Do you cover West Horsley?
We do. West Horsley is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Most events have us cooking outside or in a doorway or courtyard.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a picture.
How many different paellas?
Usually two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Paella catering for your event in West Horsley
We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook the paella in front of your guests. When it’s ready, it is served straight from the pan. For birthday celebrations and company summer parties, we’ll put together a menu of vegan paella, mixed paella and seafood paella.
Around West Horsley, events are frequently in gardens, local halls or nearby venues. If the road in is narrow, tell us so we can plan the van. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Events we cater in West Horsley
Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets, so it suits all kinds of occasions. It gives people something to gather round, too.
These are some of the occasions we cater in West Horsley and Surrey:
- Big birthdays
- Family celebrations and christenings
- Festivals, fairs and school events
- Weddings, from canapés to evening food
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Horsley station, about 0.7 miles east.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if it rains
- Whether VAT is included
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Paella compared with other options
Cold buffets are easy but forgettable, and the food sits out. Paella is cooked in front of your guests and served hot. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
The process
When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. Around midsummer it stays light in West Horsley until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting where we cook.
- 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.
- The paella cooks in front of your guests, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve it hot from the pan and clear our area when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
Catering an event in West Horsley
West Horsley is about 6 miles west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. From the centre of West Horsley to the outskirts, paella catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from West Horsley to Guildford (about 6 miles away).
Thinking of a picnic-style party in The Forest and the Highlands? Public parks generally need permission from the council or landowner for cooking, so check first. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like The Raleigh School, a paella stall is a crowd-pleaser. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 5 miles of West Horsley, a lovely setting for an outdoor event. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking.
Wherever your event is in KT24 and GU23, we can bring paella catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on The Street, Woodside and Long Reach or a nearby road, we can cook there. Main roads around West Horsley include the A246 and B2039, so getting the burners and pans to your event is simple. Nearby, we also cater events in East Horsley (1 mile east), Ockham (2 miles north), East Clandon (2 miles south-west), Effingham (2 miles east) and Ripley (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (6 miles west), Woking (6 miles north-west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (9 miles north-east), Horley (14 miles south-east) and Redhill (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Woking Community Hospital (5.2 miles north-west) and Send and Ripley History Society Museum (2.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near West Horsley include St Martha's Hill and Papercourt Marshes.
- Nearby schools include Howard of Effingham School (2.4 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Barley Mow pub (within half a mile south)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. 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.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
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How we price paella catering
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Parking and unloading
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The length of service
- Your choice of paellas
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
The menu, dish by dish
Black rice
Black rice gets its colour from squid ink, and is generally served with alioli. It makes a dramatic second seafood pan.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella starts with a good fish and shellfish stock. Shellfish goes in towards the end so it stays tender.
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Pick a mix of paellas to cover every diet
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
Any staff you book serve and clear, so you can relax.
Finish with churros, crema catalana or tarta de Santiago.
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will let you know if live paella is a good fit.
- 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