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Wedding Paella Catering for Rotherbridge events
We cook paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food across Rotherbridge and West Sussex, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Rustic barn weddings
- Evening food for extra guests
- Weddings with mixed diets
Wedding paella catering in Rotherbridge
Wedding paella catering for your wedding in Rotherbridge
We can do the whole day or just one part: canapés, a tapas starter, a paella wedding breakfast, evening food and dessert. For parties after a register office wedding and marquee and garden weddings, we’ll put together a menu of evening paella, a paella wedding breakfast and Spanish desserts for your guests.
A wedding in a small place like Rotherbridge often means a field, a barn or a family garden. That is exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. Your quote spells out exactly what’s included: the menu, the staff and any extras, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Rotherbridge (GU28)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning the cooking area
We will be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Confirmation that open cooking is allowed
- Somewhere close to park and unload
- A cooking spot outside the marquee, not inside it
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Dessert
- Evening paella
What affects the price in Rotherbridge
Your quote will be clear and itemised. What affects it most:
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Whether you need crockery
- Parking and unloading
- Waiting and bar staff
Live paella pricing depends on the event. A garden party lunch and a full wedding menu are very different jobs. We itemise everything in your quote.
What we need to know
The more we know about your wedding, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The courses you’d like
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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What happens on the day
When the rice goes in, it’s left alone. That is what gives paella its separate grains and crispy base. Your guests will smell it before they see it. In Rotherbridge, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:05pm, so an evening paella for evening guests is usually served in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 4:00pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- We start with your date, venue, numbers and ideas.
- Together we plan each course and confirm the price.
- We fit our timings around your speeches, photos and venue.
- We cook live on the day and serve every course on cue.
- We clear our cooking area, and staff stay as agreed.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level space ready for the pans
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Check the venue allows live cooking
Get a quote
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
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The menu, dish by dish
Desserts
A sweet finish: churros, crema catalana or your wedding cake.
Paella wedding breakfast
Two or three paellas, served from the pans or brought to the tables, with bread and salad.
Live paella or other catering?
Compared with formal catering, live paella is relaxed and sociable, but with the right extras it feels just as special. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
What you get with us
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
Weddings in Rotherbridge: venues, ceremonies and travel
Rotherbridge is about 8 miles south-west of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. We cater weddings at gardens, halls and venues around Rotherbridge and the surrounding area. We cater in all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 19 miles away.
Graffham Common nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Rotherbridge suits an outdoor reception. Put the station on your invitation: the nearest station is Pulborough station, about 4.8 miles east. The South Downs National Park is within about 6 miles of Rotherbridge, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Ask your venue about access and cooking rules.
Wedding paella catering in GU28 is planned around your venue. Whether your wedding is on Kilsham Lane and Rotherbridge Lane or a nearby road, we can cook there. For weddings just outside Rotherbridge, we cover Petworth (1 mile north-east), Haslingbourne (1 mile east), Tillington (1 mile north), Upperton (2 miles north) and Hampers Green (2 miles north-east). We also cook in nearby towns such as Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Lodsworth Castle (2.1 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (0.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Rotherbridge includes Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us cook.
If you do cook yourself, test the pan and burner together beforehand, have hot stock ready, and don’t stir once the rice goes in. And keep children and pets well away from the burner.
Questions from Rotherbridge
How far is Rotherbridge from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
Which station should guests use for Rotherbridge?
The closest is Pulborough station, roughly 4.8 miles away.
Can the paella be cooked in a hall?
Typically we cook outdoors or under a ventilated cover, since the burners are gas. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
What space do you need to cook?
Less than you might think: a level spot clear of fences, hedges and branches, with room for a serving table. If in doubt, send a photo.
How do you work out quantities?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
What about pudding?
Yes. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down our cooking area after service. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
Why choose wedding paella catering in Rotherbridge?
It handles mixed diets without fuss, which matters at weddings with lots of guests.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Rotherbridge and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Sharing-style wedding meals
- Marquee and garden weddings
- Rustic barn weddings
- Blessings and vow renewals
Couples marrying at local churches such as The Parish Church of All Hallows often hold the reception nearby: the paella can be cooking while you have photos taken, so it’s ready as guests arrive.
Questions to ask before you book
- Space, access and power needs
- Whether crockery, cutlery and napkins are included
- How late numbers can change
- Travel and parking costs
- 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