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Paella party catering in Woodmancote, West Sussex
Planning paella party catering in Woodmancote? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Big family gatherings
- Celebrations of life
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Paella party catering near Woodmancote
A closer look at the menu
Seafood paella
Prawns, mussels and squid in a rich stock, for the fish lovers.
Chicken & chorizo paella
It’s one of the most popular pans at parties, though it isn’t traditional in Valencia.
About our paella party catering in Woodmancote
Add tapas to start, churros for afters and a jug of sangria, and the party menu is complete. For naming days and christenings and garden get-togethers, we’ll put together a menu of seafood paella, tapas and chicken and chorizo paella for your guests.
A country party near Woodmancote is perfect for paella: cooked outside, served from the pan. Plan a gazebo in case of rain. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Where
- Woodmancote (BN5)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
What affects the price in Woodmancote
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Waiting and bar staff
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Which courses you have in mind
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan at the agreed time. At midsummer, it’s light in Woodmancote until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You choose your paellas and any extras.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- In goes the rice, and guests gather.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Get a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Woodmancote, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Related guides
DIY paella versus live catering
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 for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Woodmancote parties: what to know
Woodmancote is about 6 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your party in Woodmancote, and we’ll plan access and set-up. Woodmancote is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Woodmancote to Brighton (about 8 miles away).
Parks such as Tottington Wood normally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier. If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Hassocks station, about 4.3 miles east. Woodmancote is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cover parties in every part of the BN5 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Blackstone (1 mile north-east), Small Dole (2 miles south-west), Henfield (2 miles north-west), Albourne (2 miles north-east) and High Cross (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (9 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (4.7 miles north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (4 miles east). Not far away are Woods Mill and Truleigh Hill.
Woodmancote questions
How far is Woodmancote from London?
About 41 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Which station should guests use for Woodmancote?
Hassocks station, about 4.3 miles east of the centre.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. We use halal chicken and leave out pork and alcohol, in its own pan.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Can you cook in my back garden?
Most gardens are fine. We need a level spot, clearance from anything flammable and reasonable access. A photo helps.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Woodmancote.
Nearby places to Woodmancote
Also in Woodmancote
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Have enough chairs for most guests
- Have bins ready
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Give separate numbers for children
Children love watching the paella cook.
Tapas to start keep guests happy.
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Woodmancote
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Mixed paella
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Vegetable paella
- Tapas
- Paella Valenciana
Paella compared with other options
Unlike a barbecue, paella is ready at once, so nobody waits for the next batch. And there’s no host stuck at the grill. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why book with us
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- We cover Woodmancote and the whole of West Sussex
Read How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
- 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