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Paella party catering in Whitesmith, East Sussex
We cook paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Whitesmith and nearby, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options.
- Garden get-togethers
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Paella party catering near Whitesmith
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Have bins ready
- Give separate numbers for children
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Warn the neighbours
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans.
Churros with chocolate are a hit with children and adults.
How our paella party catering works in Whitesmith
The smell of paella cooking is the best party invitation. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. Whether it’s naming days and christenings and retirement and leaving parties, we can cook vegetable paella, mixed paella and seafood paella.
Country parties near Whitesmith suit live 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
- Whitesmith (BN8)
- County
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Whether you need crockery
- Timings and hours
- Your choice of paellas
- Travel, parking and access
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Details that help
The more we know about your party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- What the venue already provides
- The venue or postcode
- The courses you’d like
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Parties in Whitesmith: gardens, venues and local tips
Whitesmith is about 5 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Whether your party is in the middle of Whitesmith or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in 289 places across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 14 miles away.
After a christening at a church like The Parish Church, a paella lunch is an easy way to feed family and friends. Historic houses near Whitesmith include Michelham Priory (3.5 miles south-east) and Horselunges Manor (3.6 miles east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Whitesmith, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
Anywhere in BN8, we can cook for your guests. From Whitesmith Lane and Whitesmith or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Whitesmith, we also cover Chiddingly (1 mile east), East Hoathly (1 mile north), Halland (2 miles north-west), Shortgate (2 miles west) and Blackboys (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (5 miles south-east) and Crowborough (10 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Hellingly Hospital Railway (4 miles east) and Tickerage Castle (4.6 miles north). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Parking close enough to carry equipment
- Open air or a well-ventilated covered spot
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Tapas
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Paella Valenciana
- Vegetable paella
- Seafood paella
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 is in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
The process
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, and we agree where that is before the day. At midsummer, it is light in Whitesmith until about 9:15pm, which gives a garden party a long 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.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve, then clear our area.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or BN8 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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A closer look at the menu
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is frequently the showpiece.
Paella compared with other options
Ordering in is easy but forgettable. Live paella is something guests remember. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
Why Whitesmith hosts choose us
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- We cover Whitesmith and the whole of East Sussex
Occasions we cook for in Whitesmith
It works for all ages and diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
Whatever you are celebrating in Whitesmith, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Retirement celebrations
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Garden parties and summer barbecues
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 4.5 miles south.
Questions to ask before you book
- When final numbers are due
- Who provides the crockery
- How each diet is kept separate
- Travel and parking costs
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Your questions about paella party catering in Whitesmith
Which station should guests use for Whitesmith?
Berwick (Sussex) station, about 4.5 miles south of the centre.
Is Whitesmith close to London?
About 43 miles from central London.
Do you cater in Whitesmith?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Whitesmith. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better, but it’s always worth asking. We’ll check availability right away.
Can you serve drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Can you supply plates?
We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Will the neighbours notice?
Less smoke than a barbecue, more smell, and it’s a good smell. A friendly note to the neighbours helps.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
We can cook a gluten-free paella in its own pan. Tell us about any coeliac guests when you book so we take the right care.
- 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