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Paella party catering in Slinfold, West Sussex
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 Slinfold.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
Planning an event in Slinfold?
Party venues around Slinfold
Slinfold is about 4 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Parties in Slinfold are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cater in 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Peter, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. Parks such as Farlington Strood Park usually need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is often easier. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Slinfold, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cook at parties all over the RH13 postcode area. We can cater a party on streets such as The Street, Park Road and West Way. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include The Haven (2 miles west), Five Oaks (2 miles south-west), Rudgwick (2 miles north-west), Bucks Green (3 miles north-west) and Tisman's Common (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (10 miles east), Horsham (4 miles east), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (14 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east) and Storrington (10 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Horsham Hospital (3.5 miles east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (2.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Slinfold includes Warnham LNR.
- Nearby schools include Tanbridge House School (2.4 miles east)
Paella party catering in Slinfold, cooked live
Paella is relaxed food: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. On the menu are tapas, chicken and chorizo paella and seafood paella, and typical bookings are for street and neighbourhood parties and anniversaries and engagement parties.
Country parties near Slinfold suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. We serve straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it is ready.
- Area
- Slinfold (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Menu ideas
- Seafood paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
- How many staff you need
- 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.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Which courses you have in mind
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning for every diet
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
Children love watching the paella cook, at a safe distance.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
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What happens on the day
On the day, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so the timing is planned around your event. For a late-May party in Slinfold, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it’s about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we’ll need light where we cook and serve.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It’s served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Name one person we can ask on the day
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Who books paella party catering in Slinfold?
It is the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and it is a talking point.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Slinfold and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Celebrations of life
- Neighbourhood celebrations
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Christs Hospital station, about 2.2 miles south-east.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- Space, access and power needs
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Paella compared with other options
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. Book us and you are free to enjoy it. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
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’ll follow them.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, 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.
The menu, dish by dish
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties.
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Common questions in Slinfold
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking typically happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Is Slinfold too small for live paella?
No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Does it make a lot of smoke?
There is a cooking smell, but much less smoke than a barbecue, and it’s a good smell. Let the neighbours know.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What does paella party catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. We will check availability right away.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you cater in Slinfold?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Slinfold is within our area. For a quote, use 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