Kent · England
Wedding paella catering in Birchden, Kent
Something for every guest: meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan pans side by side. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Birchden.
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Big weddings with every diet
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Planning an event in Birchden?
Wedding paella catering in Birchden, made fresh on the day
We can add sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff, to suit the style of your day. Whether it is garden and marquee weddings and big weddings with every diet, we can cook a paella wedding breakfast, table tapas and evening paella.
There is something special about a country wedding near Birchden, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan access and cover in case of rain. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Birchden
Birchden is about 4 miles south-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Tell us where your wedding in Birchden will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We cook in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 24 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, Eridge station is about 1.2 miles away. Couples marrying at local churches such as Church of St Thomas the Apostle often hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so the meal is ready when you arrive. With the High Weald National Landscape within about 7 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
This part of Kent takes in TN3, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Close by, we cover weddings in Groombridge (1 mile north-west), Stone Cross (2 miles north-west), Ashurst (2 miles north-west), Balls Green (2 miles west) and Fordcombe (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (12 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles north-east), Tonbridge (7 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (10 miles north-east) and Southborough (4 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Bolebroke Castle (3.9 miles west) and The Corn Exchange (3.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Birchden includes Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
The process
Here’s how the day usually runs: we arrive, set up and start cooking, your guests watch the rice cook, and we serve straight from the pan when you are ready to eat. Golden-hour photos in Birchden at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- Send us your wedding date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by course.
- We agree timings with you and your venue.
- We cook live on the day and serve each course.
- We pack down, and staff stay as agreed.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your wedding, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Live paella or other catering?
Hog roasts are popular but tricky for mixed diets. Separate paella pans cover every diet. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
See Our pricing And The cost guide.
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Birchden
Is Birchden close to London?
About 30 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Which station should guests use for Birchden?
The closest is Eridge station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
What happens if it rains?
A covered, ventilated spot keeps us cooking in the rain. We’ll talk it through before the day.
Can we have a tasting?
Tell us you’d like a tasting when you enquire, and we will explain how it works.
How much does wedding paella catering cost in Birchden?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually want. Tell us your date and numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
Do you cook it at the event?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
What about supplier meals?
Yes, include them in your numbers. Let us know when they need feeding.
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What else we do in Birchden
What wedding paella catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Your choice of paellas
- Distance and access to the venue
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Which courses you have in mind
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The date and rough timings
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we’ll suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Enquire early for peak dates
- Send us the running order and speech times
- Connect us with your coordinator
- Decide whether guests queue at the pans or are served at the tables
If speeches or photos run over, tell us, and we’ll adapt the timing so it is still served fresh.
Canapés during the photos keep hunger at bay.
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
- Level ground for the pans and burners
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Table tapas
Who books wedding paella catering in Birchden?
Sharing food gets tables chatting, which suits a relaxed wedding.
Big or small, live paella works well. Typical bookings include:
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
- Evening food for extra guests
Historic houses near Birchden include Groombridge Place (0.8 miles north) and Bassetts Manor (4.4 miles west). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that is your venue.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- What happens if it rains
- If the price includes VAT
Working with your venue
Throwing a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
- 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