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Paella party catering in Ticehurst, East Sussex
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 Ticehurst.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
Paella party catering for Ticehurst events
About our paella party catering in Ticehurst
Homes, gardens, clubs and hired venues all work in and around Ticehurst. Typical bookings include family get-togethers and anniversary celebrations, serving seafood paella, vegetable paella and tapas.
In a small place like Ticehurst, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. The paella is served straight from the pan, so it is hot and generous, and service is quick once it’s ready.
- Area
- Ticehurst (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Ensure children stay back from the pans
- Give separate numbers for children
- Plan seats for most guests
- Warn the neighbours
We arrive before your guests to set up, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Sangria sets the mood.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Ticehurst? Live paella feeds a crowd quickly and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Ticehurst: your questions answered
We are having a ceremony at St Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What’s the nearest station to Ticehurst for guests?
The closest is Stonegate station, roughly 2.7 miles away.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Most children enjoy paella, especially a mild chicken one. Let us know numbers and ages.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. Each is cooked separately, with its own stock and utensils.
Do you cook at halls and clubs?
Yes, if there’s a suitable outdoor or ventilated spot to cook. Check the venue allows live cooking.
Do you come to Ticehurst?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Ticehurst is within our area. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Paella compared with other options
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why Ticehurst hosts choose us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Real theatre, not just catering
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Drinks service on request
Take a look at Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.
How it works
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 we time everything to your schedule. A summer party in Ticehurst stays light until about 9:15pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- It is served hot, and we clear away afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
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Occasions we cook for in Ticehurst
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and it’s a talking point.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Ticehurst:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Anniversary celebrations
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Mary's Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- Staff numbers and hours
- What happens if it rains
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- VAT, if it applies
What affects the price in Ticehurst
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many staff you need
- The number of people
- How many courses
Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A photo of the space, if you can
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send a clear, itemised quote and a suggested menu.
What we need at the venue
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We look for:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Mixed paella
- Churros
Planning a party in Ticehurst
Ticehurst is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Tell us where your party in Ticehurst will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Ticehurst is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Ticehurst to Brighton (28 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Stonegate station, about 2.7 miles south-west. Historic houses near Ticehurst include Scotney Castle (3.2 miles north) and Wadhurst Castle (3.6 miles west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Ticehurst, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cater parties across the TN5 postcode area. We can cater a party on streets such as High Street, Springfields and Farthing Hill or the roads around them. Other places close to Ticehurst for paella party catering include Three Leg Cross (1 mile north-west), Flimwell (2 miles east), Stonecrouch (2 miles north), Burgh Hill (3 miles south-east) and Etchingham (3 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Finchcocks Musical Museum (4 miles north) and Ticehurst House Hospital (0.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Local pubs include The Chequers Public House (within half a mile south-west)
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the 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