West Sussex · England
Tapas Catering in Turners Hill
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Turners Hill: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Tapas and paella menus
- Anniversary parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
Planning an event in Turners Hill?
Drinks receptions around Turners Hill
Turners Hill is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Events in Turners Hill are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and live cooking on the day. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Turners Hill to Brighton (about 19 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Gravetye Manor (1.6 miles south-east) and Priest House (2.3 miles south-east). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking isn’t allowed. For guests coming by train, East Grinstead station is about 3.3 miles away. Turners Hill is within about 6 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, ideal for an outdoor reception.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH10, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event in a garden on Church Road, East Street and Willow Ridge or the roads around them. We also cook at events in Crawley Down (1 mile north), Snow Hill (2 miles north), Furnace Wood (3 miles north), Saint Hill Green (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (5 miles west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (7 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Effingham Park Motor Museum (2.6 miles north) and Waterbury Castle (5 miles south-east). Not far away are Hedgecourt Lake.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Crown Public House (under half a mile south)
About our tapas catering in Turners Hill
We finish hot tapas on site, so they’re served at their best. We cook croquetas, tortilla española and gambas al ajillo, and typical bookings are for canapés with welcome drinks and engagement parties.
Near Turners Hill, tapas suit gardens, barns and marquees. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Where
- Turners Hill (RH10)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Turners Hill
Also in Turners Hill
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Collect dietary needs
- Widen the selection for a tapas-only menu
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Add sangria or cava
Hot dishes are finished on site.
Waiting staff for canapés.
Events we cater in Turners Hill
They make a perfect starter before paella.
These are some of the occasions we cater around Turners Hill:
- Sharing tapas starters
- Engagement drinks
- Drinks reception canapés
- Drinks parties and receptions
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Leonard.
What your quote should include
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deposit and payment dates
- VAT, if it applies
What happens on the day
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Evening receptions in Turners Hill stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
How to prepare
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Leave space around the cooking area
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
Prices and what affects them
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- The paellas you choose
- The number of people
- The length of service
Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- What the venue already provides
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
What’s in the pans
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Questions from Turners Hill
Do you come out to small places like Turners Hill?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Turners Hill from London?
About 27 miles from central London, and well within our area.
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.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
Do you provide plates and cutlery?
Yes, if you need them. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. A simple chicken paella is normally popular with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Is the paella cooked on site?
Yes, always. Every paella is cooked from scratch on site, in front of your guests.
How much is live paella catering?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Where we can cook in Turners Hill
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- The venue’s agreement to outside caterers
- Space to finish hot dishes
- Parking near the venue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we offer
- Gambas al ajillo
- Olives & bread
- Albóndigas
- Serrano ham
- Chorizo in red wine
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Tortilla española
- Padrón peppers
- Croquetas
Organising for someone else?
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Is live paella right for your event?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why Turners Hill hosts choose us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Drinks service on request
- A quote that spells everything out
- Catering across West Sussex, including Turners Hill
Read 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