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Paella party catering in Tortington, 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 Tortington.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Big birthdays
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
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Paella party catering in Tortington, cooked live
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. On the menu are churros, vegetable paella and tapas, and we are often booked for big birthdays and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers.
Country parties near Tortington suit live paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Location
- Tortington (BN18)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Organising for someone else?
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Planning a party in Tortington
Tortington is about 3 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We cater parties at gardens, halls and venues around Tortington. Tortington is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Tortington to Brighton (19 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, Tortington has its own station, Ford station. Historic houses near Tortington include Ecclesden Manor (4.7 miles east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Tortington is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. The coast is within about 3 miles, so seafood paella frequently features, with shelter from the breeze planned in.
This part of West Sussex takes in BN18, so your party can be anywhere in it. We can cater a party on streets such as Ford Road and Gaugemaster Way. For parties just outside Tortington, we cover Ford (1 mile south), Lyminster (1 mile east), Arundel (1 mile north-east), Wick (2 miles south-east) and Climping (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (6 miles south-west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).
A little further out are Arundel Castle (1.8 miles north-east) and Arundel and District Hospital (1.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include WWT Arundel.
- Nearby schools include The Littlehampton Academy (2.3 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Arundel Arms Public House At Ford Station (under half a mile south)
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
How the day works
Your timings come first. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, we hold the paella at the right stage so it is still served fresh. At midsummer, it’s light in Tortington until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Is live paella right for your party?
Cooking yourself saves money but costs you the party. With live paella, you are a guest too. Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
Take a look at Our prices page And The cost guide.
Why choose paella party catering in Tortington?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Here are some of the events we cook for around Tortington:
- Big birthdays
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Summer garden parties
- Family reunions
After a christening at a church like St Mary Magdalene's Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- What happens if it rains
- The venue requirements
What affects the price in Tortington
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Guest numbers
- Your choice of paellas
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Expected numbers
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and rough timings
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can send us your details through our quote form.
About the dishes
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
Questions from Tortington
Which station should guests use for Tortington?
Tortington has its own station: Ford station.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Many gardens work. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A photo helps.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
What happens if it rains?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
How many different paellas?
Most events have two or three: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We’ll help you decide the split.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Ensure most people can sit to eat
- Give separate numbers for children
We arrive before your guests to set up, so the cooking is under way as people arrive.
Add bread, salad and lemon.
- 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