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Paella party catering in Pulborough, West Sussex
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Pulborough.
- Baby celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Retirement and leaving parties
Paella party catering for Pulborough events
Working with your venue
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
How our paella party catering works in Pulborough
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The pans become the focal point, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. On the menu are tapas, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella, and we are regularly asked to cater retirement celebrations and christenings and naming days.
Parties around Pulborough are frequently relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. A paella pan fits right in. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Pulborough (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Pulborough
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Distance and access to the venue
- How long we are needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space, if you can
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
The process
When the rice goes in, it is left alone. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. Your guests will smell it before they see it. For a late-May party in Pulborough, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Pulborough questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you cook at venues 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.
What does paella party catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you actually want. Give us your date, numbers and menu ideas for a clear quote.
Can you provide dessert?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices, or you can serve your own cake.
Can you cook indoors?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we’ll check with you and the venue.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Is halal food available?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in a separate pan.
What do you need at the venue?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Nearby places to Pulborough
More for events in Pulborough
Planning a party in Pulborough
Pulborough is about 10 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Tell us where your party in Pulborough will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We cater in 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 18 miles away.
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Historic houses near Pulborough include Old Place Manor (less than half a mile west) and Parham House (2.9 miles south). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. The South Downs National Park is within about 4 miles of Pulborough, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Wherever your party is in RH20, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a party in a garden on London Road, Station Road and Rectory Close or the roads around them. Pulborough sits on or near the A283, which makes travel to your party easy. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Hardham (1 mile south-west), Pickhurst (1 mile north-west), Coldwaltham (2 miles south-west), Fittleworth (3 miles west) and Bedham (3 miles west). We also cook in nearby towns such as Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (3.8 miles south-east) and Coates Castle (3.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Oddfellows Arms (under half a mile south-east)
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Vegetable paella
Paella compared with other options
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right, with peppers, beans and artichokes.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
At food time, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
Events we cater in Pulborough
It’s sociable food, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Pulborough and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthday parties
- Retirement celebrations
For guests coming by train, Pulborough station is about 0.6 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- How each diet is kept separate
- The wet-weather plan
- When payment is due
- Space, access and power needs
- 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