East Sussex · England
Paella Party Catering in Ringmer
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Ringmer.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
Paella party catering near Ringmer
About our paella party catering in Ringmer
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. Whether it is big birthdays and wakes and celebrations of life, we will put together a menu of churros, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella for your guests.
Around Ringmer, a garden and a gazebo is all you need. Live paella fits right in. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Location
- Ringmer (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
What paella party catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The paellas you choose
- Waiting and bar staff
- Timings and hours
- Parking and unloading
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Give separate numbers for children
- Let the neighbours know
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
After service, we pack down, so the party carries on.
Sangria sets the mood, with an alcohol-free version for drivers and children.
Party venues around Ringmer
Ringmer is about 3 miles north-east of Lewes, in East Sussex. We cook at parties in gardens, halls and venues around Ringmer. Ringmer is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 9 miles away.
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Glynde station, about 2.4 miles south. Ringmer is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in BN8, we can cook for your guests. Streets in the area include Ashcroft Close, Springett Avenue and Danforth Way, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Ringmer for paella party catering include Ashton Green (1 mile east), Glyndebourne (1 mile south), Glynde (2 miles south), Cliffe (2 miles south-west) and South Malling (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles south-east), Seaford (8 miles south), Lewes (3 miles south-west), Hailsham (9 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east) and Uckfield (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Lewes Victoria Hospital (3 miles south-west) and South Malling Without (1.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.
- Local schools include Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form (0.5 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Anchor pub (less than half a mile north)
Events we cater in Ringmer
One big dish beats lots of fiddly ones.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Ringmer and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Baby celebrations
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Ringmer can be an alternative, as long as there’s outdoor space to cook.
What your quote should include
- How bad weather is handled
- Payment terms and deposit
- When final numbers are due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Is live paella right for your party?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- We cover Ringmer and the whole of East Sussex
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
Ringmer questions
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Ringmer for guests?
Glynde station, about 2.4 miles south of the centre.
Do you do desserts?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Typically, if there is outdoor space to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We’ll help you decide the split.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Before you choose a spot
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
How it works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we adjust the cooking so it’s still served fresh. At midsummer, it’s light in Ringmer until about 9:15pm, 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.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your party, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you are ready: send us your details through our quote form.
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What else we do in Ringmer
- 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