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Tapas & canapé catering in Kilnwood Vale, West Sussex
Planning tapas catering in Kilnwood Vale? We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook while your guests watch.
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas starters
- Engagement celebrations
Tapas catering in Kilnwood Vale
Kilnwood Vale: venues and local tips
Kilnwood Vale is about 1 mile south-west of Bewbush, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your event in Kilnwood Vale, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up before the day. Kilnwood Vale is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 18 miles away.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Kilnwood Vale, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Parks such as Target Hill Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. The Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Kilnwood Vale, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH12 and RH11, so your event can be anywhere in it. From Turnpike Lane, Crusades Road and Rookfield Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. Kilnwood Vale is on the A264, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Faygate (1 mile west), Colgate (1 mile south), Broadfield (2 miles east), Roffey (3 miles south-west) and Handcross (3 miles south-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Crawley (3 miles east), Horsham (4 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south-east), East Grinstead (10 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find County Mall (2.7 miles north-east) and Crawley Museum (2.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Kilnwood Vale include Warnham LNR and Tilgate Lake.
- Schools near Kilnwood Vale include Cottesmore School (1.4 miles south-east) and Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School (1.5 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Holmbush Inn (0.9 miles west)
Tapas catering for your event in Kilnwood Vale
We will suggest a selection to suit your timings and guests, whether tapas are a starter or the whole meal. Popular choices include croquetas, Serrano ham and padrón peppers, and we are regularly asked to cater engagement celebrations and anniversary parties.
In a rural spot like Kilnwood Vale, 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.
- Where
- Kilnwood Vale (RH12, RH11)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
About the dishes
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Gambas al ajillo
Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How many courses
- The number of people
- Whether you need crockery
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The venue or postcode
- Expected numbers
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Any dietary needs and allergies
We quote for each event separately, so you only pay for what you need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Towns and villages near Kilnwood Vale
Other catering in Kilnwood Vale
Planning for every diet
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
- Check diets in advance
Canapés circulate with drinks as guests arrive.
Bar staff and sangria.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
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.
Step by step
The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring while your guests chat. Sunset in Kilnwood Vale is around 9:20pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and how you want the tapas served.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- We arrive, set up and finish hot dishes on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.
How to prepare
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
Ask for a quote
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
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Where we can cook in Kilnwood Vale
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Room for a tapas table
- Parking near the venue
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Padrón peppers
- Manchego & membrillo
Should I cook it myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Common questions in Kilnwood Vale
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Francis' Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can you cook at venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Do you have vegetarian tapas?
Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.
Do you cover Kilnwood Vale?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Kilnwood Vale and the rest of West Sussex. To check your date, use our quote form.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What about pudding?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
Is live paella right for your event?
Sandwich buffets are forgettable. Tapas feel like a treat. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
Why book with us
- Events in Kilnwood Vale and across West Sussex
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- A quote that spells everything out
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
- 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