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Paella party catering in Little Horsted, East Sussex
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events across Little Horsted and East Sussex, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Naming days and christenings
Planning an event in Little Horsted?
Is live paella right for your party?
Compared with a barbecue, paella is served all at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And nobody is stuck at the grill. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why us?
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
About our paella party catering in Little Horsted
Birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer get-togethers all suit live paella. The cooking is the centrepiece, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. For summer garden parties and retirement and leaving parties, we’ll put together a menu of chicken and chorizo paella, seafood paella and tapas for your guests.
In a small place like Little Horsted, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in a separate pan and clearly labelled.
- Area
- Little Horsted (TN22)
- County
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more to start.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it is not traditional in Valencia.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Have bins ready
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
Booked staff help serve and clear.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Little Horsted questions
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you cook in Hempstead Meadow?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide our paperwork.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Often, yes. We need a suitable spot and the venue’s agreement.
Do you cater for young children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is usually popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. We cook vegetarian and vegan paellas in their own pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
What about pudding?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
What do you need at the venue?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Planning the cooking area
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you. The main points are:
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Little Horsted
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Churros
Planning a party in Little Horsted
Little Horsted is about 1 mile south of Uckfield, in East Sussex. We cook at parties in homes, gardens and venues in Little Horsted. Little Horsted is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Little Horsted to Brighton (about 13 miles away).
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Parks such as Hempstead Meadow usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier. Little Horsted is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in TN22, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Ayrshire Lane, White Park Avenue and Meadow Grass Lane; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Little Horsted, we also cover Ridgewood (1 mile north-east), Isfield (1 mile south-west), Rose Hill (2 miles south-west), Budlett's Common (3 miles north) and Mount Pleasant (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (9 miles south-east), Crowborough (8 miles north-east) and Newhaven (11 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Uckfield Community Hospital (1.3 miles north-east) and Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.8 miles south). The countryside around Little Horsted includes Brickfield Meadow.
- Schools near Little Horsted include Uckfield College (1.8 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Highlands pub (0.9 miles north-east)
Events we cater in Little Horsted
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Big family gatherings
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
If guests are coming by rail, Uckfield station is about 1.3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Staff numbers and hours
- How late numbers can change
- How bad weather is handled
- The venue requirements
What affects the price in Little Horsted
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The length of service
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Planning paella party catering in Little Horsted? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
The process
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. At midsummer, it’s light in Little Horsted until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
How to prepare
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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