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Paella party catering in Hayes, Greater London
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events makes the food a highlight of your party in Hayes.
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Planning an event in Hayes?
How our paella party catering works in Hayes
It is easy to cater for a mix of guests: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. Children usually love a simple chicken paella. For summer garden parties and baby celebrations, we will put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, tapas and seafood paella.
Most parties in Hayes are in back gardens, which in London can be compact. A level spot away from fences and trees, plus parking nearby, is all we need. A photo of the garden helps. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Hayes (UB3, UB4, UB8, UB10)
- County
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning a party in Hayes
Hayes is about 8 miles east of Slough, in Greater London. Wherever your party is in the UB3 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. We cater in 764 places across Greater London. Our events stretch from Hayes to London (about 14 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Northolt Manor (3 miles north-east) and Ickenham Hall (3.3 miles north). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hayes & Harlington station, about 0.9 miles south.
Paella party catering in UB3, UB4, UB8 and UB10 is planned around your venue and timings. Your party could be at a home on Church Road, Drenon Square and Townfield Square. Hayes sits on or near the A312, so getting the burners and pans to your party is simple. For parties just outside Hayes, we cover Hillingdon (2 miles north-west), Yiewsley (2 miles west), West Drayton (2 miles west), Cowley (3 miles west) and Uxbridge (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include London (14 miles east), City of Westminster (12 miles east), Marylebone (12 miles east), Kensington (9 miles east), St Pancras (13 miles east) and Shoreditch (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Hillingdon Museum and Archives Services (3.2 miles north-west) and Hayes Cottage Hospital (under half a mile north). The countryside around Hayes includes Middle Lake and Yeading Brook Meadows.
- Schools near Hayes include Dr Triplett's CofE Primary School (under half a mile north-east) and Rosedale College (0.5 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Botwell Inn (0.5 miles south)
How it works
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is served at its best. At midsummer, it’s light in Hayes until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
How to prepare
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Getting a price
Thinking about paella party catering for your party in Hayes? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Also in Hayes
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Planning the cooking area
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
As a London location, Hayes is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Hayes? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Why choose live paella in Hayes?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why Hayes hosts choose us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Catering across Greater London, including Hayes
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Occasions we cook for in Hayes
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Hayes:
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Mary, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- The wet-weather plan
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What the price includes, item by item
Hayes: your questions answered
Which station should guests use for Hayes?
The closest is Hayes & Harlington station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Is parking a problem for events in Hayes?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, in front of your guests.
Do you do desserts?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. Children frequently love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
When should I book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. We’ll check availability right away.
Do you cater for children?
Yes. Children typically love a plain chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
How do you work out quantities?
We size the pans for your numbers and the rest of the menu. Let us know about any other food. See how much paella per person.
What affects the price in Hayes
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many courses
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of paellas
- 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’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What to tell us
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Send us the date, your venue or UB3 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning for every diet
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
- 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