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Tapas & canapé catering in Marehill, West Sussex
Paella for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Marehill.
- Engagement drinks
- Evening grazing
- Drinks reception canapés
Tapas catering in Marehill
Perfect for your event in Marehill
Tapas get people talking.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Sharing tapas starters
- Evening sharing boards
Historic buildings near Marehill frequently have strict catering rules, so ask early if that is your venue.
Before you book anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- A clear list of what’s included
- Who provides the crockery
- How each diet is kept separate
Tapas catering for your event in Marehill
A good spread mixes hot and cold: Manchego, Serrano ham and olives alongside patatas bravas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo. Whether it’s sharing boards for evening guests and birthday drinks, we can cook croquetas, albóndigas and tortilla española and more.
Near Marehill, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. You can add tapas, desserts, sangria, bar staff and waiting staff, so one booking can cover the whole menu.
- Where
- Marehill (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Weighing up DIY against 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.
Receptions and parties in Marehill
Marehill is about 10 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. From the centre of Marehill to the outskirts, we offer the same service: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. We cater in 371 places across West Sussex. Our events stretch from Marehill to Brighton (about 17 miles away).
Historic houses near Marehill include Old Place Manor (1.4 miles west) and Parham House (2.5 miles south). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. For guests coming by train, Pulborough station is about 1.6 miles away. Marehill is within about 5 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
We cater events across RH20. Whether your event is on West Chiltington Road, Tudor Close and Kings Lane or a nearby road, we can cook there. If your venue is just outside Marehill, we also cover Nutbourne (1 mile north-east), Broomershill (1 mile north-west), Wiggonholt (1 mile south), West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-east) and West Chiltington (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Amberley Castle (4 miles south-west) and The Storrington And District Museum (2.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Marehill include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Rising Sun Inn (0.6 miles north-east)
Why choose live paella in Marehill?
Generic canapés all look the same. Tapas bring something different. Live paella often compares well with a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and fewer staff to pay. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- We cover Marehill and the whole of West Sussex
- Sangria and bar staff available
Read Our prices page And What paella catering costs.
What’s in the pans
Manchego & membrillo
Manchego with sweet quince.
Croquetas
Creamy croquettes with a crisp coat, often with ham or mushroom.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
- A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Albóndigas
- Croquetas
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Chorizo in red wine
- Manchego & membrillo
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
Dietary needs and planning tips
Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal included. To make it work smoothly:
- Label vegetarian and allergen-free dishes
- Add sangria or cava
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Collect dietary needs
Tapas go out to the tables.
Serving boards and crockery.
How we price tapas catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Parking and unloading
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many courses
Larger events normally cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want to eat
- What the venue already provides
- Roughly how many adults and children
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. You can fill in our quote form.
Places near Marehill
What else we do in Marehill
Step by step
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook while your guests chat. At midsummer, it is light in Marehill until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Marehill, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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Marehill: your questions answered
Is Marehill close to London?
About 41 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station should guests use for Marehill?
Pulborough station, about 1.6 miles west of the centre.
How many different paellas?
Generally two or three, so every guest has a choice. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Do we need staff for canapés?
Staff make canapés work, and we can provide them.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you cover Marehill?
Yes, we do. Marehill is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can you serve drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How do you work out quantities?
It depends on whether they’re a starter, canapés or the whole meal. Tell us about the event and we will suggest quantities.
- 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