West Sussex · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Blackstone
Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Blackstone: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Evening wedding food
- Rustic barn weddings
- Sharing-style wedding meals
Wedding paella catering for Blackstone events
A closer look at the menu
Table tapas
Tapas set out on every table to share, from bravas to croquetas and Manchego.
Canapé tapas
Small bites carried round on boards while guests mingle, perfect during the photos.
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Blackstone
Your wedding menu is planned with you, course by course, to suit your guests, venue and budget. We are often asked to cater evening wedding food and weddings with lots of dietary needs, serving a paella wedding breakfast, Spanish desserts and evening paella.
A wedding in a small place like Blackstone frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. You will know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Area
- Blackstone (BN5)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Blackstone
- Canapé tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Table tapas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Dessert
Live paella or other catering?
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. Seafood and premium ingredients cost more than chicken or vegetable paellas, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Catering across West Sussex, including Blackstone
- Drinks service on request
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
See Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Questions from Blackstone
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 will work to whatever the site needs.
We’re having a ceremony at The Parish Church of St Bartholomew: can you cater afterwards?
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 normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater in Blackstone?
Yes, we do. We cook at events in Blackstone and across West Sussex. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Include children in your numbers.
Do you cater for suppliers?
Of course. Include suppliers in your numbers and we will plan for them.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. Tell us about your guests’ diets and we’ll suggest the mix.
Occasions we cook for in Blackstone
It gives guests something to do between the ceremony and the meal: gather round the cooking.
These are some of the occasions we cater in Blackstone and West Sussex:
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
- Food for evening guests
If you are marrying at a church near Blackstone, such as The Parish Church of St Bartholomew, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: we can be cooking during the photos, so it’s ready as guests arrive.
Comparing caterers
- How each diet is kept separate
- The wet-weather plan
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether VAT is included
Getting married in Blackstone?
Blackstone is about 5 miles west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We cook at weddings in homes, gardens and venues in Blackstone. Blackstone is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We cook right across the region, from Blackstone to Brighton (8 miles away).
For outdoor photos, Woods Mill is close by. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Hassocks station, about 3.9 miles east. With the South Downs National Park within about 6 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
We cook at weddings all over the BN5 postcode area. Whether your wedding is on Blackstone Lane and Blackstone Street or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Close by, we cover weddings in Woodmancote (1 mile south-west), High Cross (1 mile north-east), Albourne (1 mile east), Albourne Street (1 mile east) and Albourne Green (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (13 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Dene Hospital (3.8 miles north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (3.6 miles east). Not far away are Woods Mill and Wolstonbury Hill.
Planning for every diet
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Let us know about meals for your band or photographer
- Connect us with your coordinator
Fresh pans can be cooked for evening guests, timed for after the first dance.
Canapé tapas with the drinks reception keep guests going during photos.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Towns and villages near Blackstone
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What affects the price in Blackstone
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Parking and unloading
- How long we’re needed on site
- Whether you need crockery
- How many courses
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. Every event gets its own quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
What happens on the day
Watching it cook is half the fun. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. For a summer wedding in Blackstone, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so an evening paella for evening guests is generally served in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- Together we plan each course and confirm the price.
- Timings are agreed with you and the venue, around speeches and photos.
- On the day, we set up, cook in front of your guests and serve each course.
- Afterwards we clear our area; any staff you’ve booked stay as planned.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Ask for a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Blackstone, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
- 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