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Paella Catering in West Preston
Looking for paella catering in West Preston? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Christenings and family gatherings
- Community events and fairs
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella catering for West Preston events
Planning live paella in West Preston
West Preston is about 4 miles west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around West Preston. West Preston is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
For guests coming by train, Angmering station is about 0.5 miles away. Parks such as Mewsbrook Park typically need the owner’s permission for cooking, so ask before you plan a party there. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of West Preston. Check your venue’s rules on vehicles and cooking. West Preston is within about 3 miles of the sea, and seafood paella always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we plan a sheltered cooking spot.
For paella catering in BN16, we plan around your venue. Whether your event is on Ash Lane, Mill Lane and Sea Avenue or a nearby road, we can cook there. We also cook at events in East Preston (1 mile east), Angmering-on-Sea (1 mile south-east), Angmering (1 mile north-east), West Kingston (1 mile east) and Kingston Gorse (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (4 miles east), Bognor Regis (8 miles west), Chichester (13 miles west), Selsey (14 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (10 miles east) and Lancing (8 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Lyminster Siege Castle (3.3 miles north-west) and Zachary Merton Hospital (within half a mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include Highdown Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Schools near West Preston include The Angmering School (0.8 miles north-east)
Paella catering for your event in West Preston
One cooking area feeds plenty of people, there is very little waste, and the food is served hot. It’s why live paella suits so many kinds of event. We cook vegan paella, paella Valenciana and mixed paella, and typical bookings are for retirement and leaving parties and weddings and evening receptions.
Around West Preston, events are frequently in gardens, local halls or nearby venues. If access is tight, we’ll plan around it. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Where
- West Preston (BN16)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY paella versus live catering
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Perfect for your event in West Preston
Outdoor events and live paella go together: cooked outside, served hot and shared.
These are some of the occasions we cater in West Preston and West Sussex:
- Office lunches and staff parties
- Summer garden parties
- Fairs, fêtes and festivals
- Leaving dos and retirements
School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Georgian Gardens Community Primary School, can book us as a food stall.
Comparing caterers
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- The wet-weather plan
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The venue requirements
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What happens on the day
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. Around midsummer it stays light in West Preston 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 is dark by about 4:00pm, we need lighting at the cooking spot.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get a menu and an itemised quote.
- Timings, access and the cooking area are agreed in advance.
- We cook live on the day while guests watch.
- We serve from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. Live paella needs only a level, ventilated spot and permission to cook, and gives guests something to watch. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why choose Love Paella in West Preston
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Live cooking, not reheated food
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
About the dishes
Mixed paella
Mixed paella brings meat and seafood together, and it is frequently the first pan to empty.
Vegetable and vegan paella
Seasonal vegetables on a rich sofrito base make a paella that stands on its own. Vegan versions use plant-based stock.
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
FAQs for West Preston
What about events near the coast?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
We’re having a ceremony at The Parish Church of St Mary: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it’s worth asking.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you cook in the rain?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
What we need at the venue
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Black rice (arroz negro)
- Vegetable paella
- Vegan paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
What paella catering costs
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Parking and unloading
- Guest numbers
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What to tell us
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The courses you’d like
- Where the event is
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in 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