East Sussex · England
Paella party catering in Sweethaws, East Sussex
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Sweethaws.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Anniversary celebrations
- Big family gatherings
Paella party catering for Sweethaws events
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- A picture of the garden helps us check the space
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Tapas
About our paella party catering in Sweethaws
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. Typical bookings include family get-togethers and garden get-togethers, serving seafood paella, tapas and mixed paella.
A country party near Sweethaws is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Where
- Sweethaws (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Sweethaws: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Sweethaws?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Sweethaws close to London?
About 34 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you come to Sweethaws?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Sweethaws is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
If you need them. Proper crockery or good-quality disposables are available.
How much paella per person?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. See how much paella per person.
How early should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
What does paella party catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, where your guests can watch.
Towns and villages near Sweethaws
Also in Sweethaws
Why choose live paella in Sweethaws?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why choose Love Paella in Sweethaws
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Read Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Parties in Sweethaws: gardens, venues and local tips
Sweethaws is about 2 miles south-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. For paella party catering in Sweethaws, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Sweethaws is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. Our events stretch from Sweethaws to Brighton (about 18 miles away).
Sweethaws is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in TN6, we can bring paella party catering to you. If your venue is just outside Sweethaws, we also cover High Hurstwood (1 mile south), Crowborough (2 miles north-east), Fairwarp (2 miles south-west), Jarvis Brook (2 miles north-east) and Marden's Hill (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Lewes (12 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Uckfield (5 miles south), South Malling (12 miles south-west), Heathfield (7 miles south-east) and Southover (13 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Tickerage Castle (4.6 miles south) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Sweethaws includes Crowborough Country Park.
- Local pubs include The Crow & Gate inn (0.6 miles north-west)
Planning for every diet
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Count adults and children separately
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Have bins ready
The cooking area stays tidy and safe, with a clear space around the burners.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
How the day works
Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That’s what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. A summer party in Sweethaws stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- You get a menu suggestion and a clear price.
- On the day, we set up and get cooking.
- Guests gather round as it cooks, nibbling tapas if you’ve booked them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Get a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Sweethaws, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
For event organisers in Sweethaws
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so guests are fed quickly. Tell us how long you have for food.
What affects the price in Sweethaws
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- The length of service
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Parking and unloading
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- The address or venue name
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of the space, if you can
- The date and rough timings
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Why choose paella party catering in Sweethaws?
It is the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Sweethaws and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Big family gatherings
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Crowborough station, about 2.2 miles east.
Comparing caterers
- A clear list of what’s included
- The deadline for final numbers
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- 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