East Sussex · England
Tapas Catering in Plumpton Green
Hot, generous and cooked in front of everyone: Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella for events in Plumpton Green and across East Sussex.
- Cocktail parties
- Tapas starters
- Office parties and launches
Live tapas catering in Plumpton Green
Is live paella right for your event?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Larger events typically cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Drinks service on request
- A clear, itemised quote
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read Our pricing And The cost guide.
About our tapas catering in Plumpton Green
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. We’re frequently asked to cater tapas and paella menus and launches and office parties, with patatas bravas, padrón peppers and croquetas.
For a country party near Plumpton Green, tapas and sangria set the mood. Everything is cooked from scratch at your event, never made in advance and reheated, and served as soon as it’s ready.
- Location
- Plumpton Green (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Starters, canapés and desserts
- Guest numbers
- Whether you need crockery
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- The date and rough timings
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
FAQs for Plumpton Green
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Is Plumpton Green close to London?
About 39 miles from central London.
Can you cook halal paella?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
Do you do vegan paella?
Yes, and meat eaters often go back for seconds. They have their own pans, stock and spoons.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
How many tapas per person?
Quantities depend on timing and courses. Tell us more and we will advise.
Are the tapas fresh?
Hot tapas are finished on site so they’re served at their best.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Proper crockery or quality disposables can be added to your booking.
Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. What matters most:
- An area to prepare hot tapas
- Permission from the venue
- Room for a tapas table
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Padrón peppers
- Patatas bravas
- Tortilla española
- Olives & bread
- Serrano ham
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
- Chorizo in red wine
- Croquetas
Plumpton Green: venues and local tips
Plumpton Green is about 3 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in East Sussex. Whether your event is in the middle of Plumpton Green or on the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Plumpton Green is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 8 miles away.
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Plumpton Green, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking. For guests coming by train, Plumpton Green has its own station, Plumpton station. Plumpton Green is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park, ideal for an outdoor reception.
Wherever your event is in BN7, we can cook for your guests. From Station Road, West Gate and Riddens Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the pans to you. For events just outside Plumpton Green, we cover East Chiltington (1 mile south-east), Streat (1 mile south-west), South Chailey (2 miles east), Ditchling Common (2 miles north-west) and Plumpton (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Seaford (13 miles south-east), Lewes (5 miles south-east), Hailsham (15 miles east), Crowborough (13 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles east) and Newhaven (11 miles south-east).
A little further out are Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (2.5 miles west) and Clayton Castle (4 miles south-west). The countryside around Plumpton Green includes Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Blackcap.
- Local schools include Chailey School (1.6 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Fountain Inn (within half a mile north)
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Some hosts like to cook themselves. Common mistakes are mismatched pans and burners, overfilling and stirring. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
Who books tapas catering in Plumpton Green?
Easy to eat with a glass in hand.
Here are some of the events we cook for:
- Engagement drinks
- Tapas and paella menus
- Work receptions
- Birthday and anniversary parties
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like All Saints.
Comparing caterers
- Who provides the crockery
- How bad weather is handled
- Space, access and power needs
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Towns and villages near Plumpton Green
Other catering in Plumpton Green
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it’s served at its best. A summer drinks reception in Plumpton Green has daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, perfect for canapés outdoors. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We pack down when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Manchego & membrillo
Easy and classic.
Organising for someone else?
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: cooking areas, access times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- 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