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Paella party catering in Ham, Greater London
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Ham and the surrounding area.
- Christenings and naming days
- Summer garden parties
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in Ham?
Ham parties: what to know
Ham is about 1 mile south-east of Twickenham, in Greater London. For paella party catering in Ham, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Ham. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. Our nearest city page is London, about 10 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Ham House (0.6 miles north) and Pembroke Lodge (0.8 miles north-east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Ham can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook.
We cook at parties all over TW10, KT2 and TW11. Whether your party is on New Road, Lock Road and Cave Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. With the A307 close by, Ham is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Petersham (1 mile north), Eel Pie Island (1 mile north-west), Strawberry Hill (1 mile west), Teddington (1 mile south-west) and Richmond (1 mile north). We also cook in nearby towns such as London (10 miles north-east), City of Westminster (9 miles north-east), Marylebone (9 miles north-east), Kensington (6 miles north-east), St Pancras (10 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Teddington Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles south-west) and Coombe (2.2 miles south-east). The countryside around Ham includes Kew Gardens Lake and Richmond Hill.
- Nearby schools include Grey Court School (under half a mile north) and Teddington School (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include The New Inn Public House (less than half a mile east)
About our paella party catering in Ham
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. We take care of the food. For retirement celebrations and naming days and christenings, we can cook seafood paella, vegetable paella and mixed paella.
Throwing a party in Ham? Live paella means no cooking for you, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Mention any parking permits. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Ham (TW10, KT2, TW11)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Ham
More for events in Ham
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Count adults and children separately
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Plan seats for most guests
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
What paella party catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Travel, parking and access
- Guest numbers
- Your choice of paellas
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the space, if you can
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Is live paella right for your party?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why us?
- Catering across Greater London, including Ham
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- A clear, itemised quote
Take a look at Our prices page Or Our guide to catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Questions from Ham
Which station should guests use for Ham?
Teddington station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre.
Can you cook in Sudbrook Park?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll send any information they need.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
How much does paella party catering cost in Ham?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you do starters?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. We’ll recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you cater for children?
Yes. Children generally love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Dishes our guests love
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene.
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course, and meat eaters frequently try it too.
How it works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. For a late-May party in Ham, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
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What we need at the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where we cook. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- A photo of the garden helps us check the space
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
As a London location, Ham is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Ham
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- 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