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Wedding paella catering in Dukes Green, East Sussex
Paella 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 Dukes Green.
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
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How our wedding paella catering works in Dukes Green
At a wedding, paella is both the meal and a bit of a show. Guests wander over to watch while the photos are taken, and the food arrives hot and plentiful. Whether it is relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts and farm and barn venues, we will put together a menu of evening paella, canapé tapas and Spanish desserts and more.
Rural weddings around Dukes Green have a magic of their own, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose.
- Where
- Dukes Green (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Dukes Green
Is Dukes Green close to London?
About 50 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Can we try the food first?
Tell us you’d like a tasting when you enquire, and we’ll talk you through it.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need halal food, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Is paella too casual for a wedding?
Served well, it feels generous and special: canapés, tapas, crockery and table service.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Even if it’s short notice, it is worth asking.
How long do you need on site?
That depends on your menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
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Dukes Green weddings: local tips
Dukes Green is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. For wedding paella catering in Dukes Green, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Dukes Green is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we cook. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Alfriston Clergy House (0.5 miles north-east) and Charleston Farmhouse (3.4 miles north-west). Historic houses and estates often have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that’s your venue. Couples marrying at local churches such as The Parish Church of St Michael the Archangel often 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 a mile of Dukes Green, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue. With the coast within about 3 miles, a seafood paella suits a seaside-style wedding. Coastal wind needs a sheltered cooking spot.
We cook at weddings all over BN26 and the streets around it. Other places close to Dukes Green for wedding paella catering include Lullington (1 mile north-east), Alfriston (1 mile north), Winton (1 mile north), Milton Street (1 mile north-east) and Alciston (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (12 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital (3.8 miles west) and Arlington Castle (1.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Dukes Green includes Firle Beacon.
- Pubs nearby include Dean's Place Hotel (within half a mile north)
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.
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Why choose live paella in Dukes Green?
A plated wedding breakfast needs a kitchen and a large team. Live paella needs a level, ventilated spot and the venue’s permission, and suits a relaxed style. There is no one-size-fits-all price for live paella. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. Your quote spells it all out.
Why choose Love Paella in Dukes Green
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
Take a look at Our prices page And Our guide to catering costs.
What affects the price in Dukes Green
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Your choice of paellas
- How long we are needed on site
- Guest numbers
- Parking and unloading
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The date and rough timings
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Diets and allergies you know about
- A picture of where we’d cook
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your wedding, and we will make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
About the dishes
Desserts
To finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
Canapé tapas
Canapés keep guests happy between the ceremony and the meal.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your wedding. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first while the paella cooks. In Dukes Green, midsummer sunset is about 9:15pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, which means evening paella is normally served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- We check availability for your date.
- You pick the courses and dishes.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve, then pack down.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send a clear, itemised quote.
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Events we cater in Dukes Green
It works as a wedding breakfast or evening food, so it fits any plan.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Dukes Green and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Wedding receptions after a small ceremony
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Civil partnerships and vow renewals
For guests travelling by train, Berwick (Sussex) station is about 2.8 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- How each diet is kept separate
- The wet-weather plan
- What the price includes, item by item
- How long the team stays
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Count day and evening guests separately
- Enquire early for peak dates
- Check the venue’s rules for outside caterers
- Choose pan-side or table service
Paella can be served at the pans or carried to the tables by staff.
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Space, weather and the venue
Most gardens and venues can host live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Outdoor space or a ventilated gazebo
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Dukes Green
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- 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