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Tapas Catering for Barns Green events
Bring the theatre of live paella to your event in Barns Green. Everything is cooked fresh on the day, then served hot from the pan.
- Evening grazing
- Engagement drinks
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Book tapas catering in Barns Green
Receptions and parties in Barns Green
Barns Green is about 4 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Barns Green or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Barns Green is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Barns Green to Guildford (about 17 miles away).
Historic buildings near Barns Green frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
We cook at events all over RH13 and the streets around it. That could mean an event in a garden on The Hordens, Smugglers Way and Finians Field. We also cook at events in Brooks Green (1 mile south), Itchingfield (1 mile north), Southwater (2 miles east), Tower Hill (3 miles north-east) and Broadbridge Heath (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (10 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south) and Lancing (14 miles south).
A little further out are Horsham Hospital (4 miles north-east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (1.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Barns Green include Knepp Wildland.
- Local pubs include The Queen's Head Public House (less than half a mile north-west)
Tapas catering in Barns Green, made fresh on the day
Receptions, parties, office events and weddings all suit tapas in and around Barns Green. Whether it is table tapas as a starter and engagement drinks, we can cook gambas al ajillo, tortilla española and croquetas and more.
Near Barns Green, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Where
- Barns Green (RH13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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Events we cater in Barns Green
One spread covers many tastes and diets.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Tapas and paella menus
- Office parties and launches
- Drinks reception canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
For guests coming by train, Christs Hospital station is about 1.9 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- When final numbers are due
- If the price includes VAT
- When payment is due
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
How we price tapas catering
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Guest numbers
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The date and time of the event
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Why choose live paella in Barns Green?
A sandwich buffet is easy but forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- We cover Barns Green and the whole of West Sussex
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Questions from Barns Green
Which station should guests use for Barns Green?
Christs Hospital station, about 1.9 miles north-east of the centre.
How far is Barns Green from London?
Roughly 35 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
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 do you work out quantities?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Are there vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, patatas bravas, padrón peppers and Manchego are vegetarian classics.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters frequently go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We will provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but you will still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. We take care of all of it.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and do not stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
How the day works
On the day, we set up our cooking area, light the burners and start the sofrito. Once the rice goes in, it takes about 20 minutes, so we time everything to your schedule. At midsummer, it’s light in Barns Green until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it’s dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- We suggest a selection and confirm a quote.
- On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
- We serve canapés with drinks or set table tapas down to share.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Share the running order, including any speeches
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can use our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Barns Green
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Parking near the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
On the menu in Barns Green
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
- Serrano ham
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
The menu, dish by dish
Tortilla española
A vegetarian favourite.
Manchego & membrillo
A simple, classic pairing.
- 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