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Wedding Paella Catering in Botolphs
Planning wedding paella catering in Botolphs? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Evening wedding food
Wedding paella catering in Botolphs
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Botolphs
Botolphs is about 3 miles north-west of Shoreham-by-Sea, in West Sussex. We cook at weddings in homes, gardens and venues in Botolphs and the surrounding area. We cook in 371 places in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 8 miles away.
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Shoreham-By-Sea station, about 3.2 miles south-east. For outdoor photos, Steep Down is close by. The sea is within about 4 miles, perfect for a seafood paella wedding. Coastal wind needs a sheltered cooking spot.
We cover weddings in every part of BN44. If your venue is just outside Botolphs, we also cover Upper Beeding (1 mile north-east), Bramber (1 mile north), Steyning (1 mile north-west), Sompting (3 miles south-west) and Lancing (3 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Horsham (13 miles north), Worthing (5 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles north-east), Littlehampton (11 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (3 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Steyning Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Old Castle (4.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Botolphs include Steep Down and Mill Hill.
- Local schools include Steyning Grammar School (1.6 miles north-west)
Wedding paella catering in Botolphs, cooked live
We can cater your whole wedding day or one part of it: canapé tapas with the drinks, table tapas, paella for the wedding breakfast, evening food and desserts. Whether it is weddings with a Spanish theme and barn and farm weddings, we’ll put together a menu of a paella wedding breakfast, evening paella and table tapas and more.
Near Botolphs, weddings are frequently in fields, barns or gardens. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Each paella is cooked from scratch on the day, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
- Where
- Botolphs (BN44)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about wedding paella catering in Botolphs
We’re having a ceremony at St Botolph's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan paellas are cooked in separate pans, alongside the meat and seafood pans.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Is paella too casual for a wedding?
It can be as relaxed or as polished as you like, depending on presentation and service.
Will there be enough food?
Pans are sized to your numbers and other courses. Tell us what else is being served. Our guide to portions explains more.
Is halal food available?
We can. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
How much does wedding paella catering cost in Botolphs?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Botolphs? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Is live paella right for your wedding?
A buffet can leave food sitting out. Paella is served hot from the pan. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, plus any staff, crockery and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Catering across West Sussex, including Botolphs
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Dessert
- Sangria & bar staff
- Canapé tapas
- Evening paella
Occasions we cook for in Botolphs
Couples choose paella because it feels relaxed and generous, and guests talk about it afterwards.
In Botolphs and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Evening wedding food
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
If you’re marrying at a church near Botolphs, such as St Botolph's Church, a reception in a garden, marquee or hired venue nearby keeps the day flowing: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it is ready as guests arrive.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long the team stays
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for each dish
- A clear list of what’s included
Should I cook it myself?
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 at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. With live paella catering, you get the theatre without the work.
Towns and villages near Botolphs
What else we do in Botolphs
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Count day and evening guests separately
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Include any suppliers you’re feeding
- Introduce us to your venue coordinator
The pans are frequently set up where guests can see them, which makes a lovely backdrop for photos.
Canapé tapas with the drinks reception keep guests going during photos.
What happens on the day
From set-up to serving, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your wedding. Any tapas or canapés are served first while the paella cooks. At midsummer, sunset in Botolphs is about 9:20pm, so we can time the evening paella around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:50pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- We plan your menu course by course.
- We agree timings with you and your venue.
- On the day, we cook and serve each course.
- We pack down, and staff stay as agreed.
Preparing for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Check the venue allows live cooking
- Have a level space ready for the pans
Ask for a quote
Thinking about wedding paella catering for your wedding in Botolphs? 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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Prices and what affects them
There is nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How many staff you need
- The number of people
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Timings and hours
Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are optional extras, so you only pay for what you want.
What to tell us
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- The date and rough timings
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Anything your venue supplies
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
- 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