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Tapas Catering for Barnham events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella makes the food a highlight of your event in Barnham.
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Tapas catering for Barnham events
About our tapas catering in Barnham
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. For engagement celebrations and cocktail parties, we can cook gambas al ajillo, tortilla española and padrón peppers.
Near Barnham, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Area
- Barnham (PO22)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning a tapas spread in Barnham
Barnham is about 4 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. For an event in Barnham, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Barnham. We cater in all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our events stretch from Barnham to Brighton (about 22 miles away).
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like The Parish Church of St Mary. Guests travelling by rail: Barnham station is in Barnham itself. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Barnham, ideal for an outdoor reception. With the sea within about 4 miles, seafood tapas such as gambas al ajillo are a natural choice.
Anywhere in PO22, we can bring tapas catering to you. Whether your event is on Garden Crescent, Dollery Road and Goodacres or a nearby road, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Barnham, we also cover West Barnham (1 mile north-west), Walberton (1 mile north-east), Yapton (1 mile south-east), Eastergate (1 mile north-west) and Lidsey (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south-west), Chichester (6 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles south-west) and Tote Copse Castle (2.5 miles west). Open spaces near Barnham include WWT Arundel.
- Local schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Murrell Arms (less than half a mile west)
What happens on the day
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and get on with cooking and serving. At midsummer, it is light in Barnham until about 9:20pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 4:00pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Barnham questions
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Wind is the main issue on the coast, so we plan shelter.
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is tapas catering available separately?
Of course. Tapas can be booked without paella.
What about pudding?
We can add a dessert. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We arrive with everything we need and cook on the day, serving it hot from the pan.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
How much does tapas catering cost in Barnham?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is typically popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How long we’re needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Waiting and bar staff
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed before you book.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The courses you’d like
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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Why live cooking beats a buffet
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, which makes them easy to plan around. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
Take a look at How we price And Our guide to catering costs.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We look for:
- Space for a serving table or station
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Why choose tapas catering in Barnham?
They’re the classic starter before paella.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Engagement parties
- Table tapas as a starter
- Evening grazing
- Canapés with welcome drinks
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Barnham, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Comparing caterers
- When final numbers are due
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- The venue requirements
- 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