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Paella party catering in High Cross, West Sussex
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in High Cross: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Celebrations of life
- Anniversary celebrations
Live paella party catering in High Cross
Events we cater in High Cross
It’s sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Celebrations of life
- Baby celebrations
- Family reunions
- Neighbourhood celebrations
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Hassocks station, about 3.4 miles east.
Questions to ask before you book
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Payment terms and deposit
- The deadline for final numbers
- How each diet is kept separate
How our paella party catering works in High Cross
A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. Whether it’s big family gatherings and garden parties and summer barbecues, we can cook churros, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella.
Country parties near High Cross suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- High Cross (BN6)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in High Cross
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
What we offer
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
Parties in High Cross: gardens, venues and local tips
High Cross is about 4 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. For paella party catering in High Cross, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. High Cross is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 9 miles away.
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Bartholomew, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. High Cross is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN6, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Other places close to High Cross for paella party catering include Albourne (1 mile south-east), Albourne Green (1 mile south-east), Albourne Street (1 mile south-east), Blackstone (1 mile south-west) and Twineham (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles south).
A little further out are The Dene Hospital (2.9 miles north-east) and Clayton Castle (3.9 miles south-east). The countryside around High Cross includes Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.
High Cross questions
Do you come out to small places like High Cross?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
What’s the nearest station to High Cross for guests?
Hassocks station, about 3.4 miles east of the centre.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Is live paella right for your party?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. Book us and you’re free to enjoy it. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
Why choose Love Paella in High Cross
- A clear, itemised quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Also near High Cross
More for events in High Cross
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in High Cross? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
A closer look at the menu
Chicken & chorizo paella
Smoky, satisfying and popular with children, and a good choice for guests who don’t eat seafood.
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate, a sweet finish.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. For a late-May party in High Cross, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. 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
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
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What affects the price in High Cross
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Distance and access to the venue
- The length of service
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and rough timings
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The address or venue name
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. Just use our quote form.
- 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