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Paella party catering in Wimbledon, Greater London
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Wimbledon.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big birthdays
Paella party catering near Wimbledon
Planning for every diet
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Plan seats for most guests
- Keep a clear zone around the cooking area
- Have bins ready
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
Booked staff help serve and clear so you can relax.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep guests happy.
Paella party catering for your party in Wimbledon
Paella is relaxed food: it’s served from the pan and shared, without any fuss. On the menu are vegetable paella, seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella, and we’re regularly asked to cater anniversaries and engagement parties and leaving dos and retirements.
Planning a London party in Wimbledon? Live paella keeps you out of the kitchen, in a garden, on a patio or at a venue. Mention any parking permits. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Area
- Wimbledon (SW19, SW20, SW17, SW18)
- County
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Also near Wimbledon
Also in Wimbledon
The menu, dish by dish
Seafood paella
Seafood paella usually gets the photos, and is best served with lemon.
Tapas
A few tapas set the scene while they watch the pans.
Hosting a paella party in Wimbledon
Wimbledon is about 7 miles south of City of Westminster, in Greater London. We bring paella party catering to gardens, halls and venues around Wimbledon. Wimbledon is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. We cook right across the region, from Wimbledon to London (about 7 miles away).
If your garden is too small, local venues and clubs near Wimbledon can be an alternative, as long as there is outdoor space to cook. For guests coming by train, Wimbledon has its own station, Wimbledon station.
Anywhere in SW19, SW20, SW17 and SW18, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From High Street Mews, High Street and Church Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the pans to you. Wimbledon is on the A218 and B235, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Other places close to Wimbledon for paella party catering include Crooked Billet (1 mile west), Wimbledon Park (1 mile north), Wimbledon Chase (1 mile south), Copse Hill (1 mile south-west) and Merton Park (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in London (7 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north), Marylebone (7 miles north-east), Kensington (5 miles north), St Pancras (8 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Wimbledon Museum (within half a mile west) and Southside Wandsworth (2.3 miles north). The countryside around Wimbledon includes Battersea Park Lake and Merton Park Green Walks.
- Schools near Wimbledon include Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School (within half a mile north-east) and Willington School (under half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include Dog & Fox pub (less than half a mile west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Coombe (2.3 miles west)
Questions from Wimbledon
We are having a ceremony at St. Mark's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is generally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Wimbledon?
Wimbledon station, in Wimbledon itself.
Do you offer halal options?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Can you set up in a small garden?
Generally, yes, if there is a flat, open spot away from fences and branches. Send a picture and we will check.
How much space do you need?
Level ground for the burners, pans and a table, outdoors or in a marquee or well-ventilated area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Can you serve drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Organising for someone else?
Throwing a party at home? Send us a picture of the garden and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
How it works
Service is quick: we serve straight from the pan, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. For a late-May party in Wimbledon, sunset is around 8:50pm; at midsummer it is about 9:20pm. If the party runs past dark, we will need light where we cook and serve.
- It starts with your date, address, numbers and any diets.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up our cooking area and start cooking.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat, with any tapas served first.
- We serve it hot from the pan, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
What affects the price in Wimbledon
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- The number of people
- Whether you need crockery
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- The address or venue name
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The courses you’d like
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there is no host stuck at the grill. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why Wimbledon hosts choose us
- Sangria and bar staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Planning the cooking area
If a space isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
As a London location, Wimbledon is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Wimbledon
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Churros
- Paella Valenciana
- Seafood paella
Should I cook it myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
- 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