East Sussex · England
Paella Party Catering for Twelve Oaks events
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Twelve Oaks: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Neighbourhood celebrations
Planning an event in Twelve Oaks?
How our paella party catering works in Twelve Oaks
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, so nobody needs a formal seating plan. We cook chicken and chorizo paella, churros and seafood paella, and we are regularly asked to cater street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers and christenings and naming days.
A country party near Twelve Oaks is perfect for paella: cooked in the open and served hot. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Twelve Oaks (TN32)
- County
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What paella party catering costs
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Your choice of paellas
- Starters, canapés and desserts
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
- Your date and when you want to eat
- A picture of the space, if you can
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Places near Twelve Oaks
Also in Twelve Oaks
Perfect for your party in Twelve Oaks
It’s the easiest way to feed a party without being stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Naming days and christenings
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Family reunions
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as The Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if it rains
- The venue requirements
- Allergen information for each dish
Where we can cook in Twelve Oaks
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but a few things matter:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
What happens on the day
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so large groups are fed quickly. Afterwards we clear our cooking area away. For a late-May party in Twelve Oaks, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:15pm. After dark, the cooking area needs good lighting.
- Send us the date, the address, numbers and diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- Your guests watch the paella cook, with tapas first if you’ve chosen them.
- We serve from the pan and clear our cooking area away when we’re done.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Party venues around Twelve Oaks
Twelve Oaks is about 8 miles north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Twelve Oaks or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cater in all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 25 miles away.
If guests are coming by rail, Robertsbridge station is about 3.4 miles away. Historic houses near Twelve Oaks include Bateman's (2.4 miles north-west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Twelve Oaks, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN32, so your party can be anywhere in it. For parties just outside Twelve Oaks, we cover Hollingrove (1 mile north-east), Brightling (1 mile north), Oxley's Green (1 mile north), Netherfield (2 miles south-east) and Penhurst (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (13 miles south-west), Hastings (9 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (9 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles north-west) and St Leonards (10 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Old Castle (2.3 miles west). Open spaces near Twelve Oaks include Senlac Hill.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
What’s in the pans
Tapas
Bravas, tortilla, croquetas and more while the paella cooks.
Seafood paella
Seafood paella typically gets the photos.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
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.
Paella compared with other options
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you are a guest too. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Common questions in Twelve Oaks
What’s the nearest station to Twelve Oaks for guests?
Robertsbridge station, about 3.4 miles north-east of the centre.
Is Twelve Oaks too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Which areas do you serve?
We cater across London and the South East, including East Sussex. Find your area.
When should I book?
As early as you can for summer weekends, which fill up first. Check your date with us.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
Should we have more than one paella?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
Do you cover Twelve Oaks?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Twelve Oaks and across East Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
- 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