East Sussex · England
Paella Party Catering for Cripp's Corner events
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Cripp's Corner.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Family reunions
Paella party catering near Cripp's Corner
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Paella party catering for your party in Cripp's Corner
Most gardens can host a paella party, as long as there’s a flat spot clear of fences and branches. Send us a picture if you are unsure. Typical bookings include street and neighbourhood parties and anniversary celebrations, with vegetable paella, mixed paella and churros.
Country parties near Cripp's Corner suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Have a gazebo ready in case of rain. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Where
- Cripp's Corner (TN32)
- County
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Also near Cripp's Corner
Also in Cripp's Corner
How the day works
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. Sunset in Cripp's Corner is about 8:45pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Cripp's Corner parties: what to know
Cripp's Corner is about 7 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Parties in Cripp's Corner are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Cripp's Corner to Brighton (about 30 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Robertsbridge station, about 3 miles north-west. Historic houses near Cripp's Corner include Durhamford Manor (1.5 miles south) and Great Dixter (3.7 miles north-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Cripp's Corner is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Paella party catering in TN32 is planned around your venue and your guests. If your venue is just outside Cripp's Corner, we also cover Swaile's Green (1 mile south), Staplecross (1 mile north-east), Whatlington (2 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (2 miles south) and Snagshall (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Hastings (7 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (8 miles south) and Belmont (8 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Conquest Hospital (5.6 miles south) and Nortons Farm Museum (3.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Senlac Hill.
- Local pubs include The White Hart pub (under half a mile east)
Who books paella party catering in Cripp's Corner?
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there’s little waste.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Big family gatherings
- Milestone birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Naming days and christenings
After a christening at a church like St Marks Staplecross, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What your quote should include
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The deadline for final numbers
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Guest numbers
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The address or venue name
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Dishes our guests love
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well.
Where we can cook in Cripp's Corner
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
Cripp's Corner: your questions answered
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Marks Staplecross?
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 generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
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 and we’ll reply with a price.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Tell us how many and their ages.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will suggest a split based on your guests.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Cripp's Corner.
Is live paella right for your party?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Paella covers everyone with separate pans. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Fast service from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Make sure children stay back from the pans
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with space kept clear around the burners.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
- 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