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Paella party catering in Lyminster, West Sussex
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events for events in Lyminster.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Paella party catering for Lyminster events
Paella party catering for your party in Lyminster
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the whole menu is sorted. Whether it is garden parties and summer barbecues and neighbourhood celebrations, we can cook seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella.
Near Lyminster, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Lyminster (BN17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
About the dishes
Churros
All ages love churros.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives while the paella cooks.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Lyminster parties: what to know
Lyminster is about 1 mile north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Lyminster or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Lyminster is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Lyminster to Brighton (about 18 miles away).
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalen, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Arundel station, about 1.3 miles north. Lyminster is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. Near the coast, within about 2 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN17, and we can cater your party anywhere in it. Local streets include Arundel Drive, Old Mead Road and Lyminster Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Lyminster for paella party catering include Wick (1 mile south), Toddington (1 mile south-east), Crossbush (1 mile north-east), Tortington (1 mile west) and Littlehampton (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (6 miles east), Bognor Regis (7 miles south-west), Chichester (10 miles west), Selsey (12 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles east) and Lancing (10 miles east).
A little further out are Arundel and District Hospital (1.9 miles north-west) and Rustington Museum (2.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Lyminster include Highdown Hill and WWT Arundel.
- Schools near Lyminster include The Littlehampton Academy (1.1 miles south-east) and Littlehampton College (1.1 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The 6 Bells Public House (under half a mile south-east)
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- Send a picture of the garden so we can check
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Lyminster
- Mixed paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Churros
Lyminster questions
Do you come out to small places like Lyminster?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Lyminster close to London?
About 50 miles from central London.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you cater in Lyminster?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Lyminster and across West Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
Step by step
We get there well before serving, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Guests normally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Sunset in Lyminster is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose paella party catering in Lyminster?
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Baby celebrations
- Big family gatherings
- Anniversary celebrations
Nearby historic houses include Ecclesden Manor (3.3 miles east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
Before you book anyone
- When payment is due
- Space, access and power needs
- Staff numbers and hours
- What the price includes, item by item
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Is live paella right for your party?
Hog roasts do not suit vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
Read How we price Or What paella catering costs.
What affects the price in Lyminster
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of paellas
- How long we’re needed on site
- Travel, parking and access
- The number of people
There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send a clear, itemised quote.
- 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