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Paella Party Catering in Plumpton Green
Something 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 Plumpton Green.
- Baby celebrations
- Anniversary celebrations
- Retirement celebrations
Planning an event in Plumpton Green?
How our paella party catering works in Plumpton Green
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in a corner of the garden or venue and cook while your guests chat. For baby celebrations and wakes and memorial gatherings, we can cook seafood paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella.
Country parties near Plumpton Green suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan and clearly labelled.
- Where
- Plumpton Green (BN7)
- County
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Who books paella party catering in Plumpton Green?
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones, and there’s little waste.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Plumpton Green book us for occasions like:
- Anniversary celebrations
- Baby celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Leaving dos and retirements
If guests are coming by rail, Plumpton station is in Plumpton Green itself.
Comparing caterers
- How long the team stays
- What the price includes, item by item
- How bad weather is handled
- Who provides the crockery
Towns and villages near Plumpton Green
Other catering in Plumpton Green
For event organisers in Plumpton Green
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you’re ready to eat. A summer party in Plumpton Green stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, we check the date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- We set up the burners and start the sofrito.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
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 there’s no host stuck at the grill. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Real theatre, not just catering
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and time of the event
Planning paella party catering in Plumpton Green? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Your questions about paella party catering in Plumpton Green
What’s the nearest station to Plumpton Green for guests?
Plumpton Green has its own station: Plumpton station.
Can you cater a reception after a service at All Saints?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Do you cover Plumpton Green?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Plumpton Green and the rest of East Sussex. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
When should I book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. We will check availability right away.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Give separate numbers for children
- Let the neighbours know
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. 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 will do the cooking.
What’s in the pans
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock.
Planning a party in Plumpton Green
Plumpton Green is about 3 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in East Sussex. For a party in Plumpton Green, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices in and around Plumpton Green. We cater in all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Plumpton Green to Brighton (about 8 miles away).
After a christening at a church like All Saints, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The South Downs National Park is within about 3 miles of Plumpton Green, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Here we cover the BN7 postcode area. Streets in the area include Station Road, West Gate and Riddens Lane, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Plumpton Green for paella party catering include East Chiltington (1 mile south-east), Streat (1 mile south-west), South Chailey (2 miles east), Ditchling Common (2 miles north-west) and Plumpton (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Seaford (13 miles south-east), Lewes (5 miles south-east), Hailsham (15 miles east), Crowborough (13 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles east) and Newhaven (11 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (2.5 miles west) and Clayton Castle (4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Plumpton Green include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Blackcap.
- Local schools include Chailey School (1.6 miles east)
- Local pubs include Fountain Inn (less than half a mile north)
- 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