West Sussex · England
Paella party catering in Coldwaltham, West Sussex
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Coldwaltham and the surrounding area.
- Milestone birthdays
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Live paella party catering in Coldwaltham
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
Chicken and chorizo is a crowd-pleaser.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella usually gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Paella party catering for your party in Coldwaltham
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work. Popular choices include seafood paella, churros and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for baby celebrations and wakes and celebrations of life.
Country parties near Coldwaltham suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Where
- Coldwaltham (RH20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. For a late-May party in Coldwaltham, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- First, we check the 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.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Count adults and children separately
We keep the cooking area tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
A jug of sangria sets the tone, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
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 will do the cooking.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
How we price paella party catering
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- The paellas you choose
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Coldwaltham, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Coldwaltham questions
We are having a ceremony at The Parish Church of St Giles: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
What’s the nearest station to Coldwaltham for guests?
Pulborough station, about 1.8 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and it is cooked separately.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
How long does the paella take?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Can you cater a party at a village hall?
Yes, if there’s a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Is my garden big enough?
Normally, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a picture and we will check.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Parties in Coldwaltham: gardens, venues and local tips
Coldwaltham is about 9 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Tell us where your party in Coldwaltham will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. We cater in all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Coldwaltham to Brighton (19 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 1.8 miles north-east. Historic houses near Coldwaltham include Old Place Manor (2 miles north-east) and Bignor Roman Villa (2.5 miles south-west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Coldwaltham, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area. Streets in the area include London Road, Old London Road and Silverdale, and we can cook for a party on any of them. If your venue is just outside Coldwaltham, we also cover Watersfield (1 mile south-west), Hardham (1 mile north-east), Lower Horncroft (1 mile north-west), Coates (2 miles north-west) and Fittleworth (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
A little further out are Amberley Museum (2.8 miles south) and Amberley Castle (2 miles south). Not far away are Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
- Nearby schools include Lodge Hill Residential Centre (less than half a mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Labouring Man pub (less than half a mile north-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Organising a club, school or community event in Coldwaltham? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Places near Coldwaltham
What else we do in Coldwaltham
Who books paella party catering in Coldwaltham?
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Family get-togethers
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Retirement celebrations
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Giles, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- How long the team stays
- The venue requirements
- Whether travel is included
- Whether VAT is included
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why us?
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Fast service from the pan
See 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