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Paella Party Catering in Nutcombe

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 Nutcombe.

  • Anniversaries and engagement parties
  • Summer garden parties
  • Big birthdays

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Paella party catering near Nutcombe

How our paella party catering works in Nutcombe

A paella party means no cooking for you, and no formal dinner either. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. Whether it is birthday parties and leaving dos and retirements, we can cook chicken and chorizo paella, vegetable paella and seafood paella.

Country parties near Nutcombe suit live paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.

Where
Nutcombe (GU26)
Region
Surrey
Diets
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
Also available
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
Quotes
Quoted for your event
Last updated
23 October 2026
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What happens on the day

We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. Sunset in Nutcombe is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.

  1. We check your date and the space.
  2. You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
  3. We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
  4. The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
  5. It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.

How to prepare

  • Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
  • Arrange parking near the cooking spot
  • Let us know who to talk to on the day

How to get a price

To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Nutcombe, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.

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Events we cater in Nutcombe

Any occasion works, from christenings to retirements.

If you’re planning any of these, we can help:

  • Leaving dos and retirements
  • Baby celebrations
  • Summer garden parties
  • Engagement and anniversary parties

For guests coming by train, Haslemere station is about 1.4 miles away.

What to look for in a quote

  • How late numbers can change
  • What happens if it rains
  • How many staff are coming, and for how long
  • Payment terms and deposit

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Hosting a paella party in Nutcombe

Nutcombe is about 8 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. For a party in Nutcombe, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Nutcombe is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. We cook right across the region, from Nutcombe to Guildford (about 12 miles away).

After a christening at a church like Church of St Luke, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Nutcombe is within about a mile of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.

Here we cover the GU26 postcode area, so your party can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Hazel Grove, Nutcombe Lane and High Pitfold, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Nearby, we also cater parties in Hindhead (1 mile north), Grayshott (1 mile north-west), Beacon Hill (2 miles north), Whitmoor Vale (2 miles north-west) and Green Cross (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (12 miles north-east), Farnham (8 miles north), Frimley (15 miles north), Cranleigh (12 miles east), Ash (10 miles north) and Godalming (8 miles north-east).

Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (1.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Gibbet Hill and Lynchmere Commons.

  • Nearby schools include Woolmer Hill School (0.7 miles south-west) and Shottermill Junior School (0.8 miles south-east)
  • Local pubs include The Fox & Pelican pub (0.7 miles north-west)
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Nutcombe: your questions answered

Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?

Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.

How far is Nutcombe from London?

About 39 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.

How long do you need on site?

It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.

When should we book?

The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.

Do you do starters?

Yes. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.

Who clears up?

We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.

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.

How much is live paella catering?

Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.

Dishes our guests love

Vegetable paella

Vegetarians get a real main course.

Tapas

A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.

Planning for every diet

Paella is one of the easiest dishes for mixed diets, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:

  • Tell us how many children are coming
  • Have cover ready for a shower
  • Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
  • Have enough chairs for most guests

After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.

Tapas to start keep guests happy.

Working with your venue

Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.

Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.

Before you choose a spot

Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:

  • A photo of the garden helps us check the space
  • Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
  • Confirmation that open cooking is allowed

If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.

What we offer

  • Chicken & chorizo paella
  • Seafood paella
  • Mixed paella
  • Vegetable paella
  • Tapas
  • Churros
  • Paella Valenciana

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What paella party catering costs

There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:

  • Plates, cutlery and glassware
  • Your choice of paellas
  • Travel, parking and access
  • Guest numbers

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.

What we need to know

A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:

  • The address or venue name
  • The courses you’d like
  • Your date and when you want to eat
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers

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. To get started, use our quote form.

Live paella or other catering?

Home-made buffets take ages and sit out for hours. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.

Why Nutcombe hosts choose us

  • Every diet catered for, pan by pan
  • Catering across Surrey, including Nutcombe
  • Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
  • Sangria and bar staff available

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  • 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

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