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Wedding Paella Catering for East Hoathly events
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food turns food into part of your wedding in East Hoathly.
- Evening food for extra guests
- Destination-style celebrations at home
- Barn and farm weddings
Wedding paella catering for East Hoathly events
East Hoathly weddings: local tips
East Hoathly is about 4 miles south-east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Across the BN8 area, we can bring the pans to you. East Hoathly is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we cook. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 14 miles away.
Selwyns Wood nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around East Hoathly suits an outdoor reception. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Uckfield station, about 4.2 miles north-west. With the South Downs National Park within about 8 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access and cooking rules with the venue.
Wherever your wedding is in BN8, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include High Street, London Road and Rectory Close; a wedding at home on any of them works well with live paella. If your venue is just outside East Hoathly, we also cover Halland (1 mile west), Whitesmith (1 mile south), Chiddingly (2 miles south-east), Shortgate (2 miles west) and Blackboys (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (11 miles south), Lewes (8 miles south-west), Hailsham (6 miles south-east) and Crowborough (9 miles north).
A little further out are Sussex Farm Museum (3.5 miles east) and Tickerage Castle (3.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
- Pubs nearby include Foresters Arms (under half a mile south-west)
About our wedding paella catering in East Hoathly
Paella as evening food is popular: hot, filling and served quickly from the pan, so the party keeps going. Popular choices include a paella wedding breakfast, table tapas and canapé tapas, and we are often booked for spanish-themed and destination-style weddings and farm and barn venues.
A wedding in a small place like East Hoathly frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. That’s exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Let us know about access and ground. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- East Hoathly (BN8)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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How it works
We cook over gas burners in wide, shallow pans. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. In East Hoathly, midsummer sunset is about 9:15pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm, which means evening paella is typically served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- Together we plan each 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
- Choose a level spot for the cooking area
- Tell us where to park and unload
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
Get a quote
Send us the date, your venue or BN8 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, use our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Tell us when speeches will be
- Ask about your date as soon as you have one
- Put us in touch with your venue
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
If speeches or photos run over, tell us, and we’ll adjust the cooking so the paella is served at its best.
A table tapas starter gets everyone sharing.
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We’ll provide any information the landowner or council asks for.
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Occasions we cook for in East Hoathly
It handles mixed diets without fuss, which matters at weddings with lots of guests.
Whatever you are celebrating in East Hoathly, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Weddings with a Spanish theme
- Rustic barn weddings
Historic houses near East Hoathly include Horselunges Manor (4.6 miles south-east) and Michelham Priory (4.8 miles south-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and live cooking.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
Should I cook it 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. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Common questions in East Hoathly
Is East Hoathly close to London?
About 41 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is East Hoathly too small for live paella?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you feed our photographer and band?
Yes. Include suppliers in your numbers and we’ll plan for them.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We’ll talk it through before the day.
What does wedding paella catering cost?
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a price.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Do you do starters?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Should we have more than one paella?
Two or three covers most guests. We will recommend a mix based on diets.
How we price wedding paella catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
- Your choice of paellas
Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you only pay for what you want.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The venue or postcode
- The date and rough timings
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
About the dishes
Desserts
A sweet finish: Spanish desserts or your own cake.
Table tapas
A tapas starter gets tables talking.
Paella compared with other options
If you are weighing up paella against 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 your choice of paellas affects the total. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What you get with us
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Sangria and bar staff available
- A clear, itemised quote
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- 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