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Paella party catering in Three Bridges, West Sussex
Cooked live, served hot and made to share: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Three Bridges and the surrounding area.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Big family gatherings
- Celebrations of life
Paella party catering for Three Bridges events
Paella party catering in Three Bridges, made fresh on the day
Mixed groups are easy: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood pan and a vegetable or vegan pan side by side. A plain chicken paella keeps children happy. We’re often asked to cater neighbourhood celebrations and family reunions, serving tapas, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
In a place like Three Bridges, a garden party is normally the easiest option. Tell us about access and parking, and we’ll do the rest. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, each in a separate pan.
- Location
- Three Bridges (RH10)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Hosting a paella party in Three Bridges
Three Bridges is about 1 mile east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Anywhere in RH10, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Three Bridges is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 20 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Three Bridges station is in Three Bridges itself. Historic houses near Three Bridges include Gravetye Manor (4.9 miles south-east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first.
We cater parties across the RH10 postcode area. Local streets include Ash Road, Mill Road and North Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside Three Bridges, we also cover Pound Hill (1 mile north-east), Worth (1 mile south-east), Maidenbower (1 mile south-east), Tilgate (1 mile south-west) and Crawley (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in Horsham (8 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles south-west) and Bewbush (3 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Crawley Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Crawley Museum (1.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.
- Local schools include Hazelwick School (0.6 miles north) and Central Sussex College (0.9 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Snooty Fox pub (less than half a mile north)
Why choose live paella in Three Bridges?
A buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Paella is cooked fresh and served hot. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- No hidden extras in your quote
Take a look at Our pricing And The cost guide.
Where we can cook in Three Bridges
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Good ventilation: outdoors, or an open-sided cover
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
About the dishes
Seafood paella
A seafood pan with prawns and mussels.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
Events we cater in Three Bridges
It feels like a holiday in your own garden.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We regularly cater:
- Big birthdays
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Naming days and christenings
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Barnabas', with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- Allergen information for each dish
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
Your questions about paella party catering in Three Bridges
Is Three Bridges close to London?
About 27 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Three Bridges?
Three Bridges station, in Three Bridges itself.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Do you cater for children?
Paella is popular with children, particularly a simple chicken pan. Tell us how many and their ages.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what you need and we’ll include it in the quote.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Three Bridges.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Towns and villages near Three Bridges
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Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
When you’re ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan.
Plates, cutlery and waiting staff can be added.
How the day works
Watching it cook is half the fun. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. At midsummer, it is light in Three Bridges until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Ask for a quote
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Three Bridges, and we will put together a menu and price.
Planning help
DIY paella versus live catering
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
For planners, venues and organisers
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
- 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