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Paella Party Catering for Hailsham events
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Hailsham.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Big birthdays
- Christenings and naming days
Live paella party catering in Hailsham
The process
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. A summer party in Hailsham stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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About our paella party catering in Hailsham
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. For street and neighbourhood parties and birthday parties, we’ll put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, mixed paella and tapas and more.
Garden parties are a favourite in Hailsham, and a hall or club works if the garden does not. All we need is a level cooking spot. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, never made in advance and reheated.
- Where
- Hailsham (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Events we cater in Hailsham
It brings a bit of holiday feeling to a garden party.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Engagement and anniversary parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Polegate station, about 3 miles south.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Who provides the crockery
- Whether travel is included
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Count adults and children separately
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Warn the neighbours
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
How we price paella party catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How long we are needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Roughly how many adults and children
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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Hailsham: your questions answered
How far is Hailsham from London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Hailsham for guests?
The closest is Polegate station, roughly 3 miles away.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Typically, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a picture of the space.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Paella compared with other options
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And nobody is stuck at the grill. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why book with us
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Real theatre, not just catering
- A clear, itemised quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
The menu, dish by dish
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella typically gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Planning a party in Hailsham
Hailsham is about 6 miles north of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Hailsham or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Hailsham is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Hailsham to Brighton (17 miles away).
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of Saint Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Nearby historic houses include Horselunges Manor (1.5 miles north) and Michelham Priory (1.9 miles west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Hailsham is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in BN27, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your party could be at a home on High Street, Market Place and Station Road. You’ll find Hailsham on the A271 and A295, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. We also cook at parties in Tile Hurst (1 mile north-west), Upper Horsebridge (1 mile north), Hellingly (1 mile north), Lower Horsebridge (1 mile north-west) and Magham Down (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (6 miles south), Hastings (13 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Crowborough (14 miles north). Hailsham is among the bigger towns we cover in East Sussex, with plenty of venues for parties.
Nearby you will also find Herstmonceux Castle (3.6 miles east) and Amberstone Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include White House Academy (less than half a mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Grenadier pub (less than half a mile north)
For event organisers in Hailsham
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Hailsham? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
- 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