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Paella Party Catering for Westergate events
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 Westergate.
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Paella party catering in Westergate
Events we cater in Westergate
It is generous and sociable, perfect for celebrations where people want to mingle.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Baby celebrations
- Street and neighbourhood parties
- Family reunions
- Retirement celebrations
Historic houses near Westergate include Goodwood House (4 miles north-west). Grand settings like these often have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- If the price includes VAT
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
Paella party catering for your party in Westergate
A paella party takes the cooking off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. We set up in the garden or venue and cook as your guests chat. We cook seafood paella, churros and tapas, and we are regularly asked to cater summer garden parties and anniversary celebrations.
For a party in Westergate, your garden is frequently the best venue. Tell us about access and parking, and we will do the rest. Everything is cooked from scratch at your party, not reheated, and served the moment it is ready.
- Where
- Westergate (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we can cook in Westergate
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A quick photo of the spot helps us plan
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- Travel, parking and access
- The length of service
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. We’ll send you a quote.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- What the venue already provides
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Paella compared with other options
A takeaway order is easy but forgettable. Live paella gives guests a show. Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Why Westergate hosts choose us
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
How the day works
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. A summer party in Westergate stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so a garden party can run well into the evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- Guests watch the paella cook.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
How to prepare
- Ensure we can park close by to unload
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Keep children and pets away from the burners
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Have cover ready for a shower
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
A jug of sangria sets the tone.
Planning a party in Westergate
Westergate is about 3 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Across the PO20 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cook in 371 places across West Sussex. We cook right across the region, from Westergate to Brighton (about 23 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Barnham station, about 1.3 miles east. After a christening at a church like Westergate Mission Hall, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Westergate is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, so many gardens around here have a great outlook. Near the coast, within about 4 miles, seafood paella is a natural choice.
We cook at parties all over PO20. Local streets include Oaks Close, Westergate Street and Rosvara Avenue; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Other places close to Westergate for paella party catering include Nyton (1 mile north-west), Eastergate (1 mile east), Aldingbourne (1 mile west), Norton (1 mile north-west) and West Barnham (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (12 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east) and Lancing (15 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (1 mile west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.1 miles south).
- Schools near Westergate include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (less than half a mile north-east)
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Westergate? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
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Should I cook it myself?
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Questions from Westergate
Which station should guests use for Westergate?
Barnham station, about 1.3 miles east of the centre.
Can you cook near the sea around Westergate?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know and we will add it to the quote.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it is short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
Is the paella gluten-free?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
What do you need at the venue?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, plus the venue’s agreement to cooking.
- 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