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Paella Party Catering in Pollards Hill
Planning paella party catering in Pollards Hill? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Garden get-togethers
- Naming days and christenings
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
Planning an event in Pollards Hill?
FAQs for Pollards Hill
Is parking a problem for events in Pollards Hill?
It can be, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. We will work around it.
We’re having a ceremony at St Oswald: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need level ground, clearance and access. Send us a picture.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
What does paella party catering cost?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
Paella party catering in Pollards Hill, made fresh on the day
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. We cook churros, mixed paella and seafood paella, and we are frequently booked for family get-togethers and naming days and christenings.
Throwing a party in Pollards Hill? Live paella means no cooking for you, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Mention any parking permits. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, not reheated.
- Where
- Pollards Hill (CR7, SW16, SE19)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Live paella or other catering?
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why us?
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
See How we price And The cost guide.
Working with your venue
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Give separate numbers for children
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Warn the neighbours
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
We’re set up before guests arrive.
Churros and chocolate go down well with all ages.
What’s in the pans
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece.
Tapas
Patatas bravas, tortilla, croquetas and olives to start.
Parties in Pollards Hill: gardens, venues and local tips
Pollards Hill is about 1 mile north of Thornton Heath, in Greater London. Give us the address of your party in Pollards Hill, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Pollards Hill to London (6 miles away).
After a christening at a church like St Oswald, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, Norbury station is about 0.6 miles away.
We cook at parties all over CR7, SW16 and SE19. Your party could be at a home on Green Lane, Croft Road and Downs Road. Nearby, we also cater parties in Norbury (1 mile north), Thornton Heath (1 mile south), Streatham (2 miles north-west), Streatham Park (2 miles north-west) and Mitcham (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include London (6 miles north), City of Westminster (8 miles north), Marylebone (8 miles north), Kensington (7 miles north-west), St Pancras (8 miles north) and Shoreditch (8 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Croydon University Hospital (1.3 miles south) and Centrale Croydon (2.3 miles south). Open spaces near Pollards Hill include Knight's Hill and Biggin Wood.
- Local schools include Norbury Manor Business and Enterprise College for Girls (within half a mile north-west) and Silburn Reid (0.9 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Moon Under Water pub (0.6 miles west)
- Other local spots include St Leonard's (1.7 miles north-west)
How the day works
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it is light in Pollards Hill until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Why choose paella party catering in Pollards Hill?
It is sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We often cook for:
- Big birthdays
- Family get-togethers
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Retirement and leaving parties
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Pollards Hill can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook.
Comparing caterers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Travel and parking costs
- Allergen information for each dish
- Staff numbers and hours
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What else we do in Pollards Hill
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and leave the rice alone once it is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
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. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
What paella party catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- How many guests are eating
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The courses you’d like
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
- 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