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Paella Party Catering for Bushey Mead events
Looking for paella party catering in Bushey Mead? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Summer garden parties
- Christenings and naming days
Paella party catering near Bushey Mead
Paella party catering for your party in Bushey Mead
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. Whether it is leaving dos and retirements and big family gatherings, we can cook churros, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella.
Most parties in Bushey Mead are in back gardens, which in London can be compact. A level spot away from fences and trees, plus parking nearby, is all we need. A picture of the garden helps. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Bushey Mead (SW20, SW19, SM4)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
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 we time everything to your schedule. A summer party in Bushey Mead stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Places near Bushey Mead
Other catering in Bushey Mead
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
As a London location, Bushey Mead is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about permits, bays or off-street parking.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
Events we cater in Bushey Mead
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Bushey Mead:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Celebrations of life
- Street and neighbourhood parties
If guests are coming by rail, Bushey Mead has its own station, Raynes Park station.
Before booking anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
- How long the team stays
- Who provides the crockery
Catering for every guest
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Warn the neighbours
- Plan seats for most guests
- Give separate numbers for children
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Bushey Mead: your questions answered
Is parking a problem for events in Bushey Mead?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We’ll work around it.
Can you cook in Cannon Hill Common?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you come to Bushey Mead?
Yes, we do. Bushey Mead is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
What does paella party catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Yes, if there is a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Ask the venue about live cooking.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
- The length of service
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and rough timings
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Diets and allergies you know about
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning a party in Bushey Mead
Bushey Mead is about 1 mile south-west of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Give us the address of your party in Bushey Mead, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. Bushey Mead is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 8 miles away.
Local halls and clubs near Bushey Mead are an option if the garden is small. Thinking of a party in Cannon Hill Common? Cooking in a public park generally needs permission from the council or landowner, so check first.
Here we cover the SW20, SW19 and SM4 postcode area, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. From Gore Road, Edna Road and Wyke Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. With the A298 close by, Bushey Mead is easy for us to reach with everything for your party. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Wimbledon Chase (1 mile east), Raynes Park (1 mile south-west), Cannon Hill (1 mile south-east), Copse Hill (1 mile north-west) and West Barnes (1 mile south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (8 miles north-east), City of Westminster (8 miles north), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (6 miles north), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Chessington Castle Hill (4.6 miles south-west) and Southside Wandsworth (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Cherry Wood and Henman Hill.
- Local schools include Harris Academy Wimbledon (within half a mile south-east) and Ursuline Preparatory School (0.5 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Edward Rayne pub (under half a mile west)
- Other local spots include Municipal Borough of Malden and Coombe (1.7 miles west)
What’s in the pans
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
- 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