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Wedding paella catering in Balcombe Lane, West Sussex
Looking for wedding paella catering in Balcombe Lane? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Sharing-style wedding meals
Wedding paella catering near Balcombe Lane
How our wedding paella catering works in Balcombe Lane
Paella as evening food is popular: it’s hot, filling and quick to serve, so the party keeps going. Whether it’s informal wedding breakfasts and weddings with a Spanish theme, we’ll put together a menu of evening paella, canapé tapas and a paella wedding breakfast for your guests.
A wedding in a small place like Balcombe Lane often means a field, a barn or a family garden. That’s exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Location
- Balcombe Lane (RH17)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Balcombe Lane questions
Do you come out to small places like Balcombe Lane?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater a reception after a service at The Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is usually elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Can you feed our photographer and band?
Yes. Include suppliers in your numbers.
Will you talk to our venue?
Of course. We’ll speak to your venue about access and timings.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Do you do vegan paella?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Your choice of paellas
- How many courses
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Distance and access to the venue
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Anything your venue supplies
- Your date and when you want to eat
- Diets and allergies you know about
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. To send your details, use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Evening paella
Paella makes great evening food, especially after a few hours on the dance floor.
Table tapas
Bowls and boards set down in the middle of each table, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
A buffet can leave food sitting out. Paella goes straight from pan to plate. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why book with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Fast service from the pan
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
Read How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan the number of pans and serving points around your timings, so everyone eats promptly. Tell us how long you have for food.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Towns and villages near Balcombe Lane
Other catering in Balcombe Lane
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Balcombe Lane
Balcombe Lane is about 4 miles south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Tell us where your wedding in Balcombe Lane will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 17 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Tyes Place (3 miles south-west) and Priest House (3.2 miles east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking. For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Balcombe station, about 1.3 miles south. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 8 miles of Balcombe Lane, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
Wherever your wedding is in RH17, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Balcombe Lane, we also cover Balcombe (1 mile south), Worth Abbey (2 miles north-east), Furnace Green (2 miles north-west), Pease Pottage (3 miles west) and Staplefield (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (4 miles north-west), Horsham (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (5 miles south), Burgess Hill (8 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles north-east) and Broadfield (4 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Crawley Museum (3.9 miles north-west) and Waterbury Castle (4.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow and Tilgate Lake.
- Local schools include Oriel High School (2.5 miles north-west)
Before you choose a spot
Safety and good cooking both depend on the spot we use. We need:
- An open-sided catering gazebo next to the marquee
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Canapé tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
- Table tapas
- Evening paella
Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Share your running order, including speeches
If things run late, and we’ll adapt the timing so it’s still served fresh.
Finish with Spanish desserts or your cake.
Who books wedding paella catering in Balcombe Lane?
It gives guests something to do between the ceremony and the meal: watch the pans.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Rustic barn weddings
Tilgate Lake nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether VAT is included
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- When payment is due
How it works
Serving is fast: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, sunset in Balcombe Lane is about 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- Share your date, venue, numbers and plans for the day.
- We build the menu course by course and send a quote.
- We agree timings with you and your venue, including speeches and photos.
- On the day, we set up, cook in front of your guests and serve each course.
- We pack down our cooking area, with staff staying as long as agreed.
Getting ready for the day
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
Thinking about wedding paella catering for your wedding in Balcombe Lane? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Read more
- 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