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Tapas Catering in Cock Marling

Cooked live, served hot and made to share: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Cock Marling and the surrounding area.

  • Birthday and anniversary parties
  • Launches and office parties
  • Evening grazing

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Tapas catering in Cock Marling

Tapas catering for your event in Cock Marling

Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. For evening grazing and drinks parties and receptions, we’ll put together a menu of Manchego with membrillo, croquetas and tortilla española for your guests.

In a rural spot like Cock Marling, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras.

Rows of canapés on a wooden board
Location
Cock Marling (TN31)
Region
East Sussex
Diets
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
Extras
Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
Quote
Ask us for a quote
Page updated
23 October 2026

Common questions in Cock Marling

How far is Cock Marling from London?

About 51 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.

What’s the nearest station to Cock Marling for guests?

Winchelsea station, about 1.1 miles east of the centre.

Do you do tapas on their own?

Yes, tapas work on their own.

Can you bring crockery?

We can. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.

Do you provide drinks?

Sangria can be added, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.

Can you serve tapas as well?

Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.

Can you cater for children?

Children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will plan for them.

Are the tapas fresh?

Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.

Prices and what affects them

There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:

  • How many guests are eating
  • The paellas you choose
  • Plates, cutlery and glassware
  • Timings and hours

If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.

Details that help

Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:

  • The address or venue name
  • Whether the venue has crockery or staff
  • Which courses you have in mind
  • Diets and allergies you know about

To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.

Diets, allergies and planning

Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:

  • Ensure dishes are labelled
  • Match tapas with Spanish drinks
  • Ask guests about diets and allergies
  • Include staff for canapés

Each dish is labelled.

Serving boards and crockery.

For planners, venues and organisers

If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.

For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.

How it works

Once the rice is in, we don’t stir it. That is how the grains cook evenly and the toasted base, the socarrat, forms. The smell generally draws people over. At midsummer, it’s light in Cock Marling until about 9:15pm, perfect for canapés outdoors. In late September, sunset is about 7:00pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.

  1. Send us the date, venue and numbers.
  2. We suggest a selection and a quote.
  3. We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
  4. Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
  5. We pack down when service ends.

Preparing for the day

  • Tell us where to park and unload
  • Share the running order, including any speeches
  • Leave space around the cooking area

How to get a price

Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.

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Receptions and parties in Cock Marling

Cock Marling is about 7 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. For tapas catering in Cock Marling, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices in and around Cock Marling. We cover all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Cock Marling to Canterbury (about 29 miles away).

For guests coming by train, Winchelsea station is about 1.1 miles away. If you are looking at a historic venue around Cock Marling, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The coast is within about 3 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.

Anywhere in TN31, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Udimore (1 mile west), Icklesham (2 miles south), Broad Street (2 miles south-west), Broadland Row (2 miles west) and Peasmarsh (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (7 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-west), St Leonards (8 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (7 miles south-west), Belmont (7 miles south-west) and Hollington (7 miles south-west).

A little further out are Camber Castle (2.4 miles east) and Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (1.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Cock Marling includes Flatropers Wood.

Map of Cock Marling © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why choose live paella in Cock Marling?

Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.

Why us?

  • We cover Cock Marling and the whole of East Sussex
  • Paella cooked from scratch on site
  • A quote that spells everything out
  • Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks

Read Our prices page And The cost guide.

Who books tapas catering in Cock Marling?

They’re the classic starter before paella.

If you’re planning any of these, we can help:

  • Sharing tapas starters
  • Drinks reception canapés
  • Receptions and drinks parties
  • Tapas with a paella main course

Historic houses near Cock Marling include Lamb House (2.5 miles east). Where a historic venue doesn’t allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.

What to look for in a quote

  • Who provides the crockery
  • Any travel, parking or access charges
  • How late numbers can change
  • How each diet is kept separate

How to compare caterers

Dishes our guests love

Tortilla española

A thick potato and egg omelette served in wedges or squares.

Manchego & membrillo

Easy and classic.

Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?

Some hosts like to cook themselves. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.

Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.

  • 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

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