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Paella Party Catering in Graffham
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Graffham and across West Sussex.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Big family gatherings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Paella party catering near Graffham
Who books paella party catering in Graffham?
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Big or small, live paella works well. Common bookings include:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Big family gatherings
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Giles, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- The venue requirements
- What happens if it rains
- Payment terms and deposit
Paella party catering in Graffham, made fresh on the day
Mixed groups are easy: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. Children usually love a simple chicken paella. We are often asked to cater leaving dos and retirements and anniversary celebrations, with churros, mixed paella and seafood paella.
Near Graffham, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the set-up. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Location
- Graffham (GU28)
- County
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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What we need at the venue
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The length of service
- Whether you need crockery
- Distance and access to the venue
- The paellas you choose
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- A photo of the space, if you can
- Where the event is
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
A closer look at the menu
Churros
All ages love churros.
Vegetable paella
A vegetable pan means vegetarians eat well, and meat eaters often try it too.
Graffham: your questions answered
Is Graffham too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
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.
Will there be enough food?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Can you supply crockery?
We can. Tell us what you need and we’ll include it in the quote.
How much does paella party catering cost in Graffham?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need level ground, clearance and access. A picture helps.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Planning a party in Graffham
Graffham is about 9 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Parties in Graffham are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cater in all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our events stretch from Graffham to Guildford (21 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Cowdray House (3.5 miles north-west) and Bignor Roman Villa (4.1 miles south-east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Graffham is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in GU28, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Guillods Cottages and St Giles Place or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Graffham, we also cover East Lavington (1 mile south-east), Duncton (2 miles east), Selham (2 miles north), South Ambersham (2 miles north) and Rotherbridge (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south-west), Selsey (15 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east) and Emsworth (13 miles south-west).
A little further out are Coultershaw Heritage Site (3.1 miles north-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down and Graffham Common.
- Nearby, you will find The Woodman pub (within half a mile south)
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Warn the neighbours
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Count adults and children separately
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Step by step
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. For a late-May party in Graffham, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- You tell us the date, address, guest numbers and any dietary needs.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Let us know the timings for the day
Getting a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Graffham? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- 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