West Sussex · England
Wedding Paella Catering in The Haven
Bring the theatre of live paella to your wedding in The Haven. We cook from scratch on site, and serve it straight from the pan.
- Evening food for extra guests
- Sharing-style wedding meals
- Weddings with mixed diets
Planning an event in The Haven?
Wedding paella catering in The Haven, made fresh on the day
We plan the wedding menu with you, course by course, around your guests, your venue and your budget. We cook evening paella, a paella wedding breakfast and table tapas, and typical bookings are for garden and marquee weddings and informal wedding breakfasts.
A wedding in a small place like The Haven frequently means a field, a barn or a family garden. That’s exactly where live paella shines: no kitchen, just a level, sheltered spot. Tell us about lanes, gates and ground conditions. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: the menu, the staff and any extras.
- Where
- The Haven (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Canapés, desserts, sangria and staff
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we need at the venue
We cook in large pans over gas burners, so we need a suitable spot. Here’s what we look for:
- An open-sided catering gazebo next to the marquee
- Space well away from trees, fences and gazebo walls
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Evening paella
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Table tapas
- Dessert
- Canapé tapas
Places near The Haven
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Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Parking and unloading
- Timings and hours
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The address or venue name
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of where we’d cook
- The date and time of the event
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Share your running order, including speeches
- Ask whether your venue allows outside caterers
- Ask about diets and allergies with your RSVPs
- Ask about your date as soon as you have one
On the day, we liaise with your coordinator or toastmaster, so you can enjoy yourselves.
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Occasions we cook for in The Haven
Couples choose paella because it feels relaxed and generous, and because guests remember it.
Whatever the occasion, paella can be the star of the food. We frequently cook for:
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Food for evening guests
- Weddings with mixed diets
Put the station on your invitation: Billingshurst station is about 3.4 miles away.
Before booking anyone
- Travel and parking costs
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- A clear list of what’s included
- How late numbers can change
Should I cook it myself?
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. We are happy to give you a quote to compare.
A DIY paella party works for small groups. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles separate pans for each diet.
Common questions in The Haven
Do you come out to small places like The Haven?
No, we cook in small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s the nearest station to The Haven for guests?
Billingshurst station, about 3.4 miles south of the centre.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, because we use gas burners. We’ll check whether your venue has a suitable space.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. We can also supply bar staff for your own drinks.
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.
How much paella per person?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a sensible margin. Accurate numbers help.
Is the paella cooked on site?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook on the day, then serve straight from the pan.
Can we try the food first?
Ask us about tastings when you get in touch.
What happens on the day
The paella is cooked in huge, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. In The Haven, midsummer sunset is about 9:20pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:05pm, so an evening paella for evening guests is typically served in daylight in high summer. For autumn and winter weddings, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm in December, plan lighting for the cooking area.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm the plan with your coordinator.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve and clear our cooking area.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Make sure we can park close by to unload
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Weddings in The Haven: venues, ceremonies and travel
The Haven is about 3 miles north of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. Weddings in The Haven are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and paella cooked live on the day. We cook in all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. We cook right across the region, from The Haven to Guildford (14 miles away).
We cover weddings in every part of the RH14 postcode area. Other places close to The Haven for wedding paella catering include Five Oaks (1 mile south-east), Bucks Green (2 miles north), Slinfold (2 miles east), Rudgwick (2 miles north) and Tisman's Common (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (12 miles east), Horsham (5 miles east), Broadfield (11 miles east), Storrington (10 miles south), Billingshurst (3 miles south) and Bewbush (10 miles east).
A little further out are Horsham Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles east).
- Nearby, you will find The Blue Ship Public House (within half a mile west)
Why choose live paella in The Haven?
Plated wedding meals need a kitchen and more staff. Paella needs a level, ventilated spot and permission, and suits a relaxed style. The price depends on your guest numbers, the menu and how many courses you choose, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
Why us?
- Tapas, canapés and desserts if you want them
- We cover The Haven and the whole of West Sussex
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
Take a look at Our pricing Or What paella catering costs.
Working with your venue
For big numbers, we plan pans and serving points to keep queues short, so guests are fed quickly. Let us know how long the food break is.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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