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Paella Party Catering for Leatherhead events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Leatherhead: paella cooked from scratch in huge pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Family reunions
Paella party catering near Leatherhead
Paella party catering for your party in Leatherhead
You get to enjoy your own party: no shopping, prep or cooking. The food is our job. Popular choices include mixed paella, churros and tapas, and typical bookings are for celebrations of life and retirement and leaving parties.
In Leatherhead, home and the local hall are popular party venues. Paella works in either, as long as there’s outdoor or ventilated space. You will know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
Leatherhead parties: what to know
Leatherhead is about 4 miles south-west of Epsom, in Surrey. For a party in Leatherhead, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cater in 395 places in Surrey. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 11 miles away.
Parks such as River Mole LNR normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. After a christening at a church like Church of Our Lady and St Peter, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Leatherhead is within about 4 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
For paella party catering in KT22, we plan around your venue. Local streets include High Street, Church Road and Station Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Leatherhead sits on or near the A24 and A245, which makes travel to your party easy. Other places close to Leatherhead for paella party catering include Fetcham (1 mile west), Mickleham (2 miles south), Great Bookham (2 miles south-west), Westhumble (3 miles south) and Little Bookham (3 miles south-west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (11 miles west), Epsom (4 miles north-east), Horley (11 miles south-east), Redhill (8 miles south-east) and Ewell (5 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Walton on the Hill (3.5 miles east) and Headley Court (2.2 miles east). Not far away are Claremont Lake and Jubilee Wood.
- Local schools include St Andrew's Catholic School (0.6 miles north-east) and St Andrew's Catholic School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include Duke's Head Public House (within half a mile south)
Towns and villages near Leatherhead
What else we do in Leatherhead
Why choose paella party catering in Leatherhead?
It’s generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Leatherhead and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Celebrations of life
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
If guests are coming by rail, Leatherhead has its own station, Leatherhead station.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- The venue requirements
- When payment is due
- What happens if it rains
Paella compared with other options
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Common questions in Leatherhead
Do you cater in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Could we have live paella in River Mole LNR?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Is my garden big enough?
Normally, yes, if there’s a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send us a photo of the space.
How many paellas should we have?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
What space do you need to cook?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Yes, if there’s a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, the rice cooks in front of your guests, and we serve straight from the pan when you are ready to eat. Sunset in Leatherhead 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.
- 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.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
How to get a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Related guides
What paella party catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- How long we’re needed on site
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Your choice of paellas
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- The venue or postcode
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Leatherhead
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Plan where rubbish goes
After service, we pack down, leaving you to carry on celebrating.
We can bring plates, cutlery and staff.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Leatherhead? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
- 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