West Sussex · England
Wedding Paella Catering in Pickhurst
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 for events in Pickhurst.
- Garden and marquee weddings
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Relaxed sharing-style wedding breakfasts
Wedding paella catering in Pickhurst
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Pickhurst
A paella wedding makes mixed diets simple: every paella is cooked separately, so every guest gets a proper hot main. We’re often asked to cater evening food for extra guests and garden and marquee weddings, with Spanish desserts, table tapas and a paella wedding breakfast.
Near Pickhurst, 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. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
- Location
- Pickhurst (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Before you choose a spot
Most outdoor spaces and many venues work for live paella, but there are a few things to check:
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we offer
- Table tapas
- Canapé tapas
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Dessert
Getting married in Pickhurst?
Pickhurst is about 11 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Tell us where your wedding in Pickhurst will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. Pickhurst is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we cook. Our events stretch from Pickhurst to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 1.4 miles south. Nearby historic houses include Old Place Manor (1.2 miles south) and Petworth House (4.1 miles west). Historic houses and estates frequently have their own rules on caterers and cooking, so check early if that’s your venue. With the South Downs National Park within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
For wedding paella catering in RH20, we plan around your venue. If your venue is just outside Pickhurst, we also cover Pulborough (1 mile south-east), Bedham (2 miles west), Hardham (2 miles south), Fittleworth (2 miles south-west) and Lower Horncroft (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Coates Castle (3.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include The Mens.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
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.
Why choose live paella in Pickhurst?
A plated wedding breakfast needs a kitchen and a large team. Paella needs a level, ventilated spot and permission, and suits a relaxed style. 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.
Why choose Love Paella in Pickhurst
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Plates, cutlery and waiting staff available
See How we price Or The cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Whether you need crockery
- Your choice of paellas
- Staff: cooks, waiting staff and bar staff
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- What the venue already provides
- The date and time of the event
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. Start when you are ready: use our quote form.
Why choose wedding paella catering in Pickhurst?
Sharing food gets tables chatting.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Evening wedding food
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
- Receptions after an intimate ceremony
- Garden and marquee weddings
The Mens nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Pickhurst suits an outdoor reception.
Before you book anyone
- How late numbers can change
- Space, access and power needs
- Who provides the crockery
- A clear list of what’s included
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Pickhurst: your questions answered
How far is Pickhurst from London?
About 40 miles from central London.
Which station should guests use for Pickhurst?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, serving it hot from the pan.
Can you feed our photographer and band?
Yes. Add your suppliers to the final numbers and we will plan for them.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, served while the paella cooks.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Let us know if you’d like one when you ask for a quote.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Step by step
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, set up the cooking area and get the stock going. Your guests are welcome to watch as the paella takes shape. Golden-hour photos in Pickhurst at midsummer come around 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- We check availability for your date.
- You pick the courses and dishes.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Leave space around the cooking area
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Count day and evening guests separately
- Connect us with your coordinator
- Choose pan-side or table service
- Tell us when speeches will be
Fresh pans can be cooked for evening guests, generally timed after the first dance.
Spanish desserts, or your own wedding cake, finish the meal.
Also near Pickhurst
What else we do in Pickhurst
- 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