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Paella party catering in Kirdford, West Sussex
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Kirdford.
- Baby celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Family get-togethers
Live paella party catering in Kirdford
Paella party catering in Kirdford, cooked live
You get to be a guest at your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. The food is our job. Whether it is garden get-togethers and christenings and naming days, we can cook vegetable paella, seafood paella and mixed paella and more.
A country party near Kirdford is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated.
- Where
- Kirdford (RH14)
- County
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Events we cater in Kirdford
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
Almost any gathering can work with live paella. People in Kirdford book us for occasions like:
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
- Street and neighbourhood parties
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- The venue requirements
- The deadline for final numbers
- How bad weather is handled
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, ideal for guests who skip seafood.
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. Sunset in Kirdford is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Kirdford parties: what to know
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Tell us where your party in Kirdford will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up. Kirdford is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 15 miles away.
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Nearby historic houses include Petworth House (4.1 miles south-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
We cook at parties all over RH14. Local streets include Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. For parties just outside Kirdford, we cover Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
Open spaces near Kirdford include Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
Is live paella right for your party?
Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why choose Love Paella in Kirdford
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Catering across West Sussex, including Kirdford
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
Read Our prices page And The cost guide.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
Should I cook it myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
What affects the price in Kirdford
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Timings and hours
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many guests are eating
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- The date and rough timings
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Anything your venue supplies
Send us the date, your venue or RH14 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Kirdford
What else we do in Kirdford
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Kirdford? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Questions from Kirdford
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Which station should guests use for Kirdford?
Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east of the centre.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan a pan with them in mind.
Do you take everything away?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
What space do you need to cook?
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 many different paellas?
Typically two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we will suggest the mix.
Can you cook halal paella?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
- 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