Greater London · England
Paella Party Catering in Abbey Wood
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Abbey Wood. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Family reunions
- Baby celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Paella party catering near Abbey Wood
Where we can cook in Abbey Wood
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
Abbey Wood is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
About our paella party catering in Abbey Wood
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: meat, seafood and vegetable or vegan pans side by side. Children usually love a simple chicken paella. We cook mixed paella, seafood paella and tapas, and we’re frequently booked for family get-togethers and neighbourhood celebrations.
Planning a London party in Abbey Wood? Live paella keeps you out of the kitchen, and works in gardens, on patios and at hired venues. Tell us about parking permits. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, never made in advance and reheated.
- Location
- Abbey Wood (SE2, SE18, DA16)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Perfect for your party in Abbey Wood
It is the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
In Abbey Wood and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Summer garden parties
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Abbey Wood can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the team stays
- How each diet is kept separate
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
Your questions about paella party catering in Abbey Wood
Is parking a problem for events in Abbey Wood?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
Could we have live paella in Abbey Wood Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
If you need them, yes. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
When should I book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Ask about your date.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, Greater London included. See all areas.
Towns and villages near Abbey Wood
Other catering in Abbey Wood
Party venues around Abbey Wood
Abbey Wood is about 1 mile east of Plumstead, in Greater London. From the centre of Abbey Wood to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 9 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Danson House (2.1 miles south) and Red House (2.3 miles south). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Thinking of a party in Abbey Wood Park? Cooking in a public park typically needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
Paella party catering in SE2, SE18 and DA16 is planned around your venue and your guests. Whether your party is on Bevan Road, Mcleod Road and Manton Road or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. With the A206 close by, Abbey Wood is simple for us to get to with everything for your party. Close by, we cover parties in West Heath (1 mile south-east), Lessness Heath (2 miles east), Belvedere (2 miles east), Welling (2 miles south) and Crook Log (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include London (9 miles west), City of Westminster (12 miles west), Marylebone (11 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2.1 miles north-west) and Greenwich Castle (4.9 miles west). The countryside around Abbey Wood includes Crossness Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include St Paul's Academy (0.5 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Plume Of Feathers Public House (0.5 miles west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Colyers (2.9 miles east)
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. Sunset in Abbey Wood is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Planning paella party catering in Abbey Wood? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
Seafood paella normally gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Guest numbers
- Whether you need crockery
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The date and rough timings
- Roughly how many adults and children
Send us the date, your venue or SE2 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because every paella has its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Paella compared with other options
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why choose Love Paella in Abbey Wood
- A clear, itemised quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Take a look at How we price 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