East Sussex · England
Paella party catering in Hadlow Down, East Sussex
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hadlow Down: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Birthday parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Book paella party catering in Hadlow Down
Paella party catering for your party in Hadlow Down
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The cooking is the centrepiece, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. We cook churros, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for family reunions and big birthdays.
A country party near Hadlow Down is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Where
- Hadlow Down (TN22)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Hadlow Down
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. These are the things we check:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Warn the neighbours
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Plan where rubbish goes
Booked staff help serve and clear.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
FAQs for Hadlow Down
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 follow the site rules.
Is Hadlow Down close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
How far in advance should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Often, yes, if there’s a level spot clear of fences and trees. Send us a photo of the space.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Can you bring crockery?
If you need them, yes. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables can be added to your booking.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
A closer look at the menu
Churros
Fried, sugared and dipped in chocolate, a sweet finish.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels, for the fish lovers.
Towns and villages near Hadlow Down
What else we do in Hadlow Down
Working with your venue
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Why choose live paella in Hadlow Down?
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- We cover Hadlow Down and the whole of East Sussex
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Hadlow Down parties: what to know
Hadlow Down is about 4 miles south of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Hadlow Down and nearby villages. Hadlow Down is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 18 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Buxted station, about 2.1 miles west. Hadlow Down is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Paella party catering in TN22 is planned around your venue and your guests. Streets in the area include Waghorns Lane, School Lane and St Marks Field, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Hadlow Down for paella party catering include Etchingwood (2 miles south-west), Buxted (2 miles west), Potter's Green (2 miles south-west), Blackboys (2 miles south) and Framfield (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (15 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south), Crowborough (4 miles north), Uckfield (4 miles south-west) and Newhaven (15 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Tickerage Castle (2.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
How we price paella party catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of paellas
- The number of people
- Travel, parking and access
- How long we are needed on site
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the cooking space, if it is a garden or field
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Roughly how many adults and children
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Who books paella party catering in Hadlow Down?
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Hadlow Down and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Big birthdays
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
After a christening at a church like St Mark's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before you book
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether VAT is included
- How bad weather is handled
- Travel and parking costs
What happens on the day
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. For a late-May party in Hadlow Down, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:15pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: fill in 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