East Sussex · England
Paella party catering in Upper Horsebridge, East Sussex
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Upper Horsebridge and the surrounding area.
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden get-togethers
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella party catering near Upper Horsebridge
How our paella party catering works in Upper Horsebridge
Tapas first, churros after and sangria throughout, and the whole menu is sorted. Popular choices include tapas, mixed paella and vegetable paella, and typical bookings are for garden get-togethers and retirement and leaving parties.
Parties around Upper Horsebridge are often relaxed, garden-and-gazebo affairs. A paella pan fits right in. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.
- Where
- Upper Horsebridge (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
When we arrive, 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 the timing is planned around your event. At midsummer, it’s light in Upper Horsebridge until about 9:15pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:00pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We arrive before your guests and set up.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve, then clear our area.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Tell us when you want to eat
Ask for a quote
Planning paella party catering in Upper Horsebridge? Send us the details and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Planning a party in Upper Horsebridge
Upper Horsebridge is about 7 miles north of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. For paella party catering in Upper Horsebridge, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. Upper Horsebridge is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Upper Horsebridge to Brighton (about 17 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Polegate station, about 3.9 miles south. Nearby historic houses include Horselunges Manor (0.6 miles north-west) and Michelham Priory (2.1 miles south-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. Upper Horsebridge is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in BN27, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your party is on New Road, Park Road and Hawks Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. Upper Horsebridge is on the A271, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Close by, we cover parties in Hellingly (1 mile north-east), Lower Horsebridge (1 mile west), Tile Hurst (1 mile south-west), Hailsham (1 mile south) and Magham Down (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Crowborough (13 miles north).
A little further out are Hellingly Hospital Railway (0.7 miles north) and Sussex Farm Museum (3.9 miles north).
- Local schools include Hailsham Community College (0.8 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Grenadier pub (0.9 miles south)
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
For event organisers in Upper Horsebridge
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Upper Horsebridge? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Upper Horsebridge questions
We’re having a ceremony at Emmanuel: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Live cooking usually happens at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
Can you do a kids’ option?
Paella is popular with children, especially a mild chicken one. Tell us how many and their ages.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
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.
Is my garden big enough?
Most gardens are fine. We need level ground, clearance and access. A photo helps.
When should I book?
Early is best, but ask even if it’s soon. Send your date and we will check.
What does paella party catering cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
What’s in the pans
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Why choose paella party catering in Upper Horsebridge?
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Naming days and christenings
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Garden get-togethers
- Birthday parties
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Emmanuel, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
What paella party catering costs
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Waiting and bar staff
- The paellas you choose
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- What the venue already provides
- The date and rough timings
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
- Put out bins for general waste and recycling
- Let the neighbours know
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Bread, salad and lemon wedges round off the meal.
Is live paella right for your party?
If you want special but not formal, live paella is hard to beat. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Upper Horsebridge hosts choose us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Fast service from the pan
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
See Our pricing Or The cost guide.
- 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