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Wedding Paella Catering for Balls Cross events
We cook paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Balls Cross and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Evening food for extra guests
Wedding paella catering for Balls Cross events
Working with your venue
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
How our wedding paella catering works in Balls Cross
Saffron and garlic in the air gets guests excited about the meal. For weddings with a Spanish theme and parties after a register office wedding, we will put together a menu of table tapas, a paella wedding breakfast and evening paella and more.
Near Balls Cross, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That is exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. Timings are planned around your event, so the paella is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Balls Cross (GU28)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Paella compared with other options
Compared with formal catering, live paella is relaxed and sociable, but with canapés, table tapas and good crockery, it still feels special. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why book with us
- A clear, itemised quote
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
How we price wedding paella catering
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- The paellas you choose
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- How many guests are eating
- Starters, canapés and desserts
The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- Your date and when you want to eat
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can fill in our quote form.
About the dishes
Desserts
A sweet finish: Spanish desserts or your own cake.
Evening paella
A second round of paella for the evening, quick to serve and filling.
Places near Balls Cross
What else we do in Balls Cross
Space, weather and the venue
The right spot keeps things safe and helps the paella cook evenly. We need:
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Balls Cross
- Table tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Evening paella
Cook it yourself or book a caterer?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. A caterer handles all of that.
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Balls Cross questions
Is Balls Cross too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you cater for young children?
Children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan for them.
How much space do you need?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a photo.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: meat or mixed, seafood, and vegetable or vegan. We will help you decide the split.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we’ll include the rest in the quote.
Is halal food available?
We can. Let us know your halal numbers, and we will cook a separate pan.
What if photos overrun?
We plan for it. The rice goes in at the last sensible moment, so it’s ready when you are.
Why choose wedding paella catering in Balls Cross?
Mixed diets are easy, which matters with a big guest list.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Big weddings with every diet
- Evening food for extra guests
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Garden and marquee weddings
Nearby historic houses include Petworth House (2.9 miles south). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
Questions to ask before you book
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Space, access and power needs
Weddings in Balls Cross: venues, ceremonies and travel
Balls Cross is about 12 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Anywhere in GU28, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our events stretch from Balls Cross to Guildford (15 miles away).
For outdoor photos, The Mens is close by. Couples marrying at local churches such as Holy Trinity Church frequently hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it is ready as guests arrive. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Balls Cross, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
Anywhere in GU28, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we cater weddings include Kirdford (2 miles east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles north-east), Plaistow (3 miles north-east), Ifold (4 miles north-east) and Wisborough Green (4 miles east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles east), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Rustington (15 miles south), Storrington (10 miles south-east) and Billingshurst (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Lodsworth Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Balls Cross include The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Golden-hour photos in Balls Cross at midsummer come around 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.
- First, we check your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- The pans cook while guests enjoy the drinks.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
Ask for a quote
Planning wedding paella catering in Balls Cross? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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- 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