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Wedding Paella Catering in Marden's Hill
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 Marden's Hill.
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Informal wedding breakfasts
- Farm and barn venues
Wedding paella catering near Marden's Hill
Wedding paella catering in Marden's Hill, made fresh on the day
Paella as evening food is popular: it is hot, filling and quick to serve, so evening guests are fed and the dancing carries on. Whether it is big weddings with every diet and spanish-themed and destination-style weddings, we can cook evening paella, a paella wedding breakfast and canapé tapas for your guests.
Near Marden's Hill, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. Live paella is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. You’ll know exactly what’s included before you book: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Marden's Hill (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Also available
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Marden's Hill: your questions answered
Can you cook at venues in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and cooking, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Marden's Hill close to London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London.
Can we add tapas or canapés?
Yes, and it’s a popular combination. Tapas first, paella to follow.
How much is live paella catering?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Marden's Hill.
Is the paella gluten-free?
A gluten-free pan is no problem. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we take the right care.
Who clears up?
We take our equipment and leave the cooking area tidy. Table clearing is available with waiting staff.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop us, as long as there is a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
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What affects the price in Marden's Hill
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How many courses
- Waiting and bar staff
- Distance and access to the venue
- The number of people
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
About the dishes
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served hot and generous.
Table tapas
A tapas starter gets tables talking before the paella arrives.
Who books wedding paella catering in Marden's Hill?
Couples choose paella because it feels relaxed and generous, and because guests remember it.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Blessings and vow renewals
- Evening wedding food
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
Crowborough Country Park nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Marden's Hill suits an outdoor reception.
Comparing caterers
- How each diet is kept separate
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Travel and parking costs
- The deposit and payment dates
Planning a paella wedding in Marden's Hill
Marden's Hill is about 2 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. For wedding paella catering in Marden's Hill, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cook in 289 places across East Sussex. Our events stretch from Marden's Hill to Brighton (20 miles away).
Put the station on your invitation: Crowborough station is about 2.7 miles away. If you’re marrying at a church near Marden's Hill, such as St John'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’s ready as guests arrive. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Marden's Hill, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
Anywhere in TN6, we can cook for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Friars Vale, St John's Road and Marden's Hill, and we can cook for a wedding on any of them. If your venue is just outside Marden's Hill, we also cover Friar's Gate (1 mile north-west), Chuck Hatch (2 miles west), Crowborough (2 miles south-east), Steel Cross (2 miles east) and Boarshead (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south), South Malling (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Bolebroke Castle (3.7 miles north-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Marden's Hill includes Crowborough Country Park.
- Nearby schools include Beacon Academy (1.7 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Half Moon Inn (0.7 miles north)
Where we can cook in Marden's Hill
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- A separate open-sided gazebo if the meal is in a marquee
- Somewhere close to park and unload
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Menu ideas
- Canapé tapas
- Evening paella
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Sangria & bar staff
- Dessert
- Table tapas
The process
The cooking is part of the entertainment. We start with the sofrito, add the stock and saffron, then spread the rice across the pan and leave it alone to cook. Golden-hour photos in Marden's Hill at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food 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.
- Together we plan each 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.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, courses and extras. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Paella compared with other options
Choosing between paella and a traditional menu?, think about your venue, your guests’ diets and the feel of the day. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. Everything is confirmed in writing.
What you get with us
- Events in Marden's Hill and across East Sussex
- A quote that spells everything out
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
- Served hot, straight from the pan
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
- 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