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Paella Party Catering for Rudgwick events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your party in Rudgwick. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
Book paella party catering in Rudgwick
About our paella party catering in Rudgwick
Live paella suits birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and summer parties. The cooking is the centrepiece, and everyone gets a hot, generous plate. On the menu are vegetable paella, mixed paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and typical bookings are for family get-togethers and birthday parties.
In a small place like Rudgwick, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access, and we will plan the set-up. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so it arrives hot and becomes part of the event.
- Location
- Rudgwick (RH12)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Hosting a paella party in Rudgwick
Rudgwick is about 6 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Rudgwick or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Rudgwick is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Rudgwick to Guildford (12 miles away).
After a christening at a church like Holy Trinity Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Rudgwick, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cater parties across the RH12 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean a party in a garden on Station Road, Thurne Way and Jubilee Road. Close by, we cover parties in Bucks Green (1 mile south-west), Tisman's Common (1 mile west), The Haven (2 miles south), Slinfold (2 miles south-east) and Five Oaks (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (11 miles east), Horsham (6 miles east), Broadfield (10 miles east), Storrington (12 miles south), Billingshurst (5 miles south) and Bewbush (10 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Horsham Hospital (5.6 miles east).
- Schools near Rudgwick include Pennthorpe School (under half a mile south-west)
- Local pubs include The Queen's Head Public House (0.5 miles south-west)
Towns and villages near Rudgwick
What else we do in Rudgwick
Planners, venues and businesses
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Should I cook it myself?
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.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. A few tips:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Let the neighbours know
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
We’re set up before guests arrive.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Questions from Rudgwick
How far is Rudgwick from London?
Roughly 32 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station should guests use for Rudgwick?
The closest is Christs Hospital station, roughly 4.6 miles away.
Do you cater in Rudgwick?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Rudgwick and the rest of West Sussex. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We’ll agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Will the neighbours notice?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it’s a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, served while the paella cooks.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
How the day works
Serving is fast: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it’s light in Rudgwick until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest a menu and confirm a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
We will agree the cooking spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Rudgwick
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
What paella party catering costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Travel, parking and access
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many courses
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
- Which courses you have in mind
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Why choose live paella in Rudgwick?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate paella pans cover everyone. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- We cover Rudgwick and the whole of West Sussex
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
What’s in the pans
Vegetable paella
Vegetarians get a real main course.
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more to start.
- 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