A spread of tapas on wooden boards with glasses of red wine

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Tapas Catering in Coneyhurst

Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Coneyhurst: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.

Sharing tapas starters
Engagement parties
Receptions and drinks parties

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Tapas catering for Coneyhurst events

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Step by step

When we arrive, we set up the burners and pans and start cooking the sofrito and stock. The rice goes in about 20 minutes before serving, so the timing is planned around your event. At midsummer, it is light in Coneyhurst until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. In late September, sunset is about 7:05pm; winter receptions, dark by 3:55pm, are better indoors.

We check your date.
You choose canapés, table tapas or both.
We set up on arrival.
Hot and cold tapas are served.
Afterwards, we clear up.

Before we arrive

Leave space around the cooking area
Let us know the timings for the day
Have a level space ready for the pans

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We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can send us your details through our quote form.

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Tapas catering for your event in Coneyhurst

Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they’re great on their own. For drinks parties and receptions and birthday drinks, we’ll put together a menu of Serrano ham, patatas bravas and albóndigas.

Near Coneyhurst, tapas and sangria suit a garden or field party. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, not reheated, and served as soon as it is ready.

Area: Coneyhurst (RH14)
Region: West Sussex
Special diets: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
Also available: Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
Price: Quoted for your event
Page updated: 23 October 2026

Should I cook it myself?

You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.

Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.

Dishes our guests love

Manchego & membrillo

Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.

Patatas bravas

Always popular.

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FAQs for Coneyhurst

How far is Coneyhurst from London?

About 37 miles from central London.

What’s the nearest station to Coneyhurst for guests?

The closest is Billingshurst station, roughly 1.2 miles away.

Do you do tapas on their own?

Yes, tapas work on their own, for receptions, parties and evening food.

How soon do we need to book?

Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.

How do you work out quantities?

That depends on their role in the meal. We’ll suggest quantities for your event.

Do you cater for vegetarian guests?

Yes, and they’re popular with everyone. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.

Is halal food available?

We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and it is cooked separately.

Can you do sangria?

Sangria, yes, plus bar staff for your own drinks.

For event organisers in Coneyhurst

If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.

Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the garden and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.

Tapas for events in Coneyhurst

Coneyhurst is about 6 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Coneyhurst or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Coneyhurst is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Coneyhurst to Brighton (about 18 miles away).

Nearby historic houses include Old Place Manor (4.8 miles south-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Historic buildings near Coneyhurst frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.

We cover events in every part of RH14 and the streets around it. For events just outside Coneyhurst, we cover Billingshurst (2 miles north-west), Five Oaks (3 miles north), Newpound Common (3 miles north-west), The Haven (4 miles north) and Slinfold (5 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north-east), Worthing (13 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south).

A little further out are Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles north-east). Not far away are Knepp Wildland.

Map of Coneyhurst © OpenStreetMap contributors

What tapas catering costs

Live paella pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:

Travel, parking and access
How long we’re needed on site
How many staff you need
The paellas you choose

Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.

Details that help

You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:

Where the event is
Whether the venue has crockery or staff
The date and rough timings
Which courses you have in mind

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

Why choose live paella in Coneyhurst?

Generic canapés all look the same. Spanish tapas bring colour and flavour. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.