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Paella party catering in Haslingbourne, West Sussex
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Haslingbourne: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Anniversary celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Paella party catering for Haslingbourne events
About our paella party catering in Haslingbourne
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, no cooking, no hours at the stove. The food is our job. On the menu are mixed paella, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater anniversaries and engagement parties and family reunions.
Near Haslingbourne, parties are often in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll handle the rest. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Area
- Haslingbourne (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Step by step
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. A summer party in Haslingbourne stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Before we arrive
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Haslingbourne
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
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Other catering in Haslingbourne
Working with your venue
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
Why choose paella party catering in Haslingbourne?
It’s sociable food, ideal when people want to mingle.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Haslingbourne:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Birthday parties
- Family get-togethers
- Retirement and leaving parties
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 3.8 miles east.
Comparing caterers
- How long the team stays
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many guests are eating
- Whether you need crockery
- The paellas you choose
- The length of service
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What to tell us
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Live paella or other catering?
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so everyone eats together. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Events in Haslingbourne and across West Sussex
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
The menu, dish by dish
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Haslingbourne: your questions answered
Is Haslingbourne too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Bartholomew?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Do you do starters?
Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. Find your area.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
How many different paellas?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Party venues around Haslingbourne
Haslingbourne is about 12 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For a party in Haslingbourne, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Haslingbourne. We cater in all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 19 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Bartholomew, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Nearby historic houses include Petworth House (1.1 miles north-west) and Bignor Roman Villa (3.5 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Haslingbourne is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of West Sussex takes in GU28, so your party can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Haslingbourne for paella party catering include Petworth (1 mile north-west), Rotherbridge (1 mile west), Hampers Green (2 miles north), Tillington (2 miles north-west) and Upperton (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (12 miles south).
A little further out are Coultershaw Heritage Site (0.9 miles south-west) and Coates Castle (1.8 miles south). Open spaces near Haslingbourne include The Mens and Bignor Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The Black Horse Public House (0.5 miles north-east)
- 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