East Sussex · England
Paella Party Catering in Upper Dicker
From the first sizzle in the pan to the last crispy spoonful, paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events turns food into part of your party in Upper Dicker.
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Retirement and leaving parties
Planning an event in Upper Dicker?
About our paella party catering in Upper Dicker
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. Typical bookings include christenings and naming days and family get-togethers, with vegetable paella, chicken and chorizo paella and mixed paella.
Near Upper Dicker, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so the whole menu comes from one caterer.
- Where
- Upper Dicker (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
A closer look at the menu
Churros
Sugary churros with chocolate.
Vegetable paella
Vegetable paella in its own right.
Planning a party in Upper Dicker
Upper Dicker is about 2 miles west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We cook at parties in homes, gardens and venues in Upper Dicker and nearby villages. We cater in 289 places in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 15 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Holy Trinity, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, Berwick (Sussex) station is about 2.5 miles away. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles of Upper Dicker, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We cook at parties all over the BN27 postcode area. Streets in the area include Camberlot Road, Old Forge Close and Coldharbour Road, and we can cook for a party on any of them. Other places close to Upper Dicker for paella party catering include Lower Dicker (1 mile north-east), Tile Hurst (1 mile east), Lower Horsebridge (2 miles north-east), Nash Street (2 miles north) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (8 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west), Crowborough (13 miles north) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Agricultural Museum (3.6 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Upper Dicker include Firle Beacon.
- Schools near Upper Dicker include Park Mead Primary School (within half a mile south) and Hailsham Community College (2.3 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Plough Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the cooking spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Tapas
- Churros
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
DIY paella versus live catering
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.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
How we price paella party catering
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Travel, parking and access
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- The number of people
- How many staff you need
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and rough timings
- The venue or postcode
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Occasions we cook for in Upper Dicker
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
These are some of the occasions we cater:
- Family get-togethers
- Celebrations of life
- Naming days and christenings
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
Nearby historic houses include Michelham Priory (0.6 miles south-east) and Horselunges Manor (2.3 miles north-east). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
Comparing caterers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- The wet-weather plan
- Allergen information for each dish
Nearby places to Upper Dicker
Other catering in Upper Dicker
Paella compared with other options
DIY catering saves money but costs you time. With live paella, you are a guest too. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why us?
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Catering across East Sussex, including Upper Dicker
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read How we price Or The cost guide.
How the day works
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it is light in Upper Dicker until about 9:15pm, 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.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Organising a club, school or community event in Upper Dicker? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Upper Dicker questions
How far is Upper Dicker from London?
About 45 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Upper Dicker?
The closest is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need level ground, clearance and access. Send us a picture.
How long does the paella take?
We get there in good time to set up. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, timed around your event.
Do you cater in Upper Dicker?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Upper Dicker is within our area. For a quote, use our quote form.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria can be added, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Do you do desserts?
We do. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.
How far in advance should we book?
Early for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
- 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