East Sussex · England
Tapas Catering in Gun Hill
Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Gun Hill.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Table tapas as a starter
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering near Gun Hill
Tapas catering in Gun Hill, cooked live
Tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties, office events and weddings. For tapas and paella menus and birthday and anniversary parties, we’ll put together a menu of tortilla española, Serrano ham and Manchego with membrillo for your guests.
In a rural spot like Gun Hill, tapas can be served in a garden, barn or marquee. We cook every pan in full view of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Gun Hill (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Catering for every guest
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because each paella is cooked in its own pan. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Add sangria or cava
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Label seafood clearly
Tapas go out to the tables at the start of the meal.
Churros or crema catalana to finish.
Also near Gun Hill
What else we do in Gun Hill
Step by step
A typical event goes like this: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and it’s served hot from the pan when you’re ready to eat. Evening receptions in Gun Hill stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:15pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- We put together a tapas selection and a quote.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
How to prepare
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Let us know the timings for the day
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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About the dishes
Tortilla española
A thick potato and egg omelette cut into bites.
Patatas bravas
A tapas classic.
Tapas for events in Gun Hill
Gun Hill is about 3 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Anywhere in TN21, we can cook for your guests. Gun Hill is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. We cook right across the region, from Gun Hill to Brighton (about 16 miles away).
If you are looking at a historic venue around Gun Hill, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Gun Hill, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in TN21, we can bring tapas catering to you. Nearby, we also cater events in Hale Green (1 mile west), Muddles Green (1 mile south-west), Burlow (1 mile north-east), Horam (2 miles north-east) and Lions Green (2 miles north). We also cook in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (9 miles south), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (10 miles south-west), Lewes (10 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Hellingly Hospital Railway (2.1 miles south-east) and Sussex Farm Museum (1.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
How we price tapas catering
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Timings and hours
- Distance and access to the venue
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The courses you’d like
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Events we cater in Gun Hill
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. In Gun Hill, people book us for events such as:
- Launches and office parties
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Cocktail parties
- Evening sharing boards
Historic houses near Gun Hill include Horselunges Manor (1.9 miles south-east) and Michelham Priory (3.3 miles south). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue.
Comparing caterers
- Staff numbers and hours
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- What the price includes, item by item
- Space, access and power needs
What we need at the venue
Before the day, we will agree where we cook. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- A spot for our serving station
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Gun Hill
- Gambas al ajillo
- Padrón peppers
- Serrano ham
- Patatas bravas
- Olives & bread
- Croquetas
- Tortilla española
- Albóndigas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
Organising for someone else?
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Gun Hill questions
Is Gun Hill too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Gun Hill from London?
About 43 miles from central London.
Do you do tapas on their own?
Yes, tapas work on their own.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
How much paella per person?
Quantities depend on numbers, timing and courses, with a sensible margin. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Are the tapas served hot?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one in your enquiry.
DIY paella versus live catering
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
- 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