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Paella party catering in Birchgrove, West Sussex
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Birchgrove and the surrounding area.
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Paella party catering near Birchgrove
About the dishes
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
How our paella party catering works in Birchgrove
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. We are frequently asked to cater anniversary celebrations and wakes and memorial gatherings, serving seafood paella, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
In a small place like Birchgrove, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Birchgrove (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Birchgrove
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To get it right:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Let the neighbours know
- Tell us how many children are coming
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Why choose paella party catering in Birchgrove?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Family get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
After a christening at a church like Chelwood Gate Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the team stays
- The venue requirements
- The deposit and payment dates
- The deadline for final numbers
Planning a party in Birchgrove
Birchgrove is about 5 miles south of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Across the RH17 area, we can cook for your guests. Birchgrove is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Birchgrove include Priest House (2.9 miles north-west) and Gravetye Manor (3.5 miles north-west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Birchgrove, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH17. Close by, we cover parties in Chelwood Gate (1 mile east), Chelwood Common (1 mile south-east), Danehill (1 mile south), Horsted Keynes (2 miles south-west) and Wych Cross (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (9 miles north-west), Horsham (14 miles west), Haywards Heath (5 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (8 miles south-west), East Grinstead (5 miles north) and Broadfield (9 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Heaven Farm Museum (2.3 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (1.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Brickfield Meadow.
What affects the price in Birchgrove
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Which courses you have in mind
- A picture of where we’d cook
- What the venue already provides
- The address or venue name
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, use our quote form.
Birchgrove questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at Chelwood Gate Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Birchgrove too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How many different paellas?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Frequently, yes. We need somewhere outside or well ventilated to cook, and the venue’s permission.
How long do you need on site?
We get there in good time to set up. The rice itself takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you come to Birchgrove?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Birchgrove. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
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For event organisers in Birchgrove
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Step by step
Once the rice is in, we do not stir it. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. The smell usually draws people over. For a late-May party in Birchgrove, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Related guides
Is live paella right for your party?
Hog roasts don’t suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
Why us?
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Catering across West Sussex, including Birchgrove
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to 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