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Tapas Catering in Newbury's

Something 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 for events in Newbury's.

  • Engagement drinks
  • Birthday drinks
  • Evening grazing

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Tapas catering near Newbury's

Receptions and parties in Newbury's

Newbury's is about 5 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Across the TN5 area, we’ll come to your venue or garden. Newbury's is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Newbury's to Brighton (27 miles away).

If you’re looking at a historic venue around Newbury's, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. Guests travelling by rail: Wadhurst station is about 1.9 miles away. Newbury's is within about 2 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, a lovely setting for a drinks reception outdoors.

Tapas catering in TN5 is planned around your venue and your guests. For events just outside Newbury's, we cover Cousley Wood (1 mile south-east), Pell Green (1 mile south-west), Wadhurst (1 mile south-west), Birchett's Green (2 miles south-east) and Shover's Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crowborough (8 miles west), Uckfield (13 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles south), Hellingly (14 miles south) and Battle (13 miles south-east).

A little further out are Ticehurst House Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (3.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Newbury's include Bewl Water.

  • Local pubs include The Old Vine Public House (under half a mile south)
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Tapas catering in Newbury's, made fresh on the day

We can add sangria and bar staff, for a complete drinks and tapas package. Popular choices include padrón peppers, patatas bravas and Manchego with membrillo, and we’re regularly asked to cater engagement drinks and tapas with a paella main course.

For a country party near Newbury's, tapas and sangria set the mood. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.

Location
Newbury's (TN5)
Region
East Sussex
Diets
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
Add-ons
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
Quote
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Updated
23 October 2026
A jug of red sangria with orange slices next to a glass

Before you choose a spot

We will be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:

  • Unloading access
  • A suitable spot to finish hot tapas
  • Table space for sharing dishes at seated meals

Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.

What we offer

  • Tortilla española
  • Patatas bravas
  • Padrón peppers
  • Croquetas
  • Chorizo in red wine
  • Gambas al ajillo
  • Manchego & membrillo
  • Albóndigas
  • Serrano ham
  • Olives & bread

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Organising for someone else?

Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.

If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.

Why live cooking beats a buffet

Nibbles fill a gap. Tapas are a real course. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.

Why choose Love Paella in Newbury's

  • Drinks service on request
  • No hidden extras in your quote
  • Paella cooked from scratch on site
  • Served hot, straight from the pan

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Events we cater in Newbury's

They make a perfect starter before paella.

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

  • Receptions and drinks parties
  • Canapés with welcome drinks
  • Birthday and anniversary parties
  • Work receptions

Nearby historic houses include Wadhurst Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Scotney Castle (2.5 miles east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.

Comparing caterers

  • What the caterer needs from your venue
  • Exactly what’s included in the price
  • Travel and parking costs
  • How many staff are coming, and for how long

Our caterer checklist

Step by step

Your timings come first. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is still served fresh. Sunset in Newbury's is around 9:15pm in June, which suits an outdoor reception.

  1. First, we check availability.
  2. You pick the style.
  3. We arrive and set up our station.
  4. We serve the spread.
  5. We clear away at the end.

Before we arrive

  • Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
  • Let us know the timings for the day
  • Arrange a covered spot for wet weather

Getting a price

A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.

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About the dishes

Manchego & membrillo

Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.

Tortilla española

Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.

Cook it yourself or book a caterer?

Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.

Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.

Diets, allergies and planning

Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:

  • Pair tapas with sangria, cava or sherry
  • Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
  • Ask for labels on each dish
  • Ask guests about diets and allergies

Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.

Serving boards and crockery.

Common questions in Newbury's

Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?

Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.

What’s the nearest station to Newbury's for guests?

The closest is Wadhurst station, roughly 1.9 miles away.

Can the paella be cooked in a hall?

Generally we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.

What about pudding?

Yes. Spanish desserts such as churros or crema catalana, or you can serve your own cake.

Do you do tapas on their own?

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

Can you do sangria?

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

Who clears up?

We pack down our cooking area after service. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.

What areas do you cover?

London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.

  • 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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