West Sussex · England
Wedding Paella Catering for Thorney Island events
Something for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Paella catering for weddings, from canapés to the wedding breakfast and evening food in Thorney Island.
- Parties after a register office wedding
- Weddings with mixed diets
- Informal wedding breakfasts
Wedding paella catering for Thorney Island events
About our wedding paella catering in Thorney Island
Sharing from big pans suits relaxed weddings, especially with long tables and outdoor venues. It feels generous and celebratory. For parties after a register office wedding and weddings with mixed diets, we will put together a menu of Spanish desserts, canapé tapas and evening paella for your guests.
There is something special about a country wedding near Thorney Island, and an open-air paella adds to it. Plan for access and a wet-weather cover. Everything is cooked from scratch at your wedding, not reheated, and served the moment it’s ready.
- Where
- Thorney Island (PO10)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Planning a paella wedding in Thorney Island
Thorney Island is about 4 miles south-east of Havant, in West Sussex. Wherever your wedding is in the PO10 area, we can cook for your guests. We cater in 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
If you’re hoping for photos in Eames Farm, check whether the park needs permission for photography or gatherings. Nutborne Marshes nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Thorney Island suits an outdoor reception. The sea is within about 4 miles, perfect for a seafood paella wedding. Coastal wind needs a sheltered cooking spot.
Anywhere in PO10, we can cook for your guests. From Hunter Road, Emsworth Road and Spartan Close or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Thorney Island, we also cover West Thorney (1 mile south-east), North Hayling (1 mile west), Tye (1 mile south-west), Northney (1 mile west) and Emsworth (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Bognor Regis (11 miles east), Chichester (7 miles east), Selsey (9 miles south-east), Portfield (7 miles east), Yapton (14 miles east) and East Wittering (5 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Emsworth Museum (1.6 miles north). The countryside around Thorney Island includes Nutborne Marshes.
- Schools near Thorney Island include Bourne Community College (1.9 miles north)
What we need at the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- An open-sided catering gazebo next to the marquee
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Thorney Island
- Sangria & bar staff
- Paella wedding breakfast
- Evening paella
- Canapé tapas
- Table tapas
- Dessert
Who books wedding paella catering in Thorney Island?
Paella can work for the wedding breakfast, the evening, or both, so it’s flexible.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Thorney Island and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Weddings with lots of dietary needs
- Spanish-themed and destination-style weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Vow renewals and civil ceremonies
For guests travelling by train, the nearest station is Southbourne station, about 1.8 miles north-east.
Comparing caterers
- Payment terms and deposit
- VAT, if it applies
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Nearby places to Thorney Island
What else we do in Thorney Island
The process
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. At midsummer, sunset in Thorney Island is about 9:20pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September.
- We check availability for your date.
- You choose canapés, tapas, paellas and desserts.
- We confirm everything with your venue.
- Guests watch the paella cook during the reception.
- We serve, then pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
How to get a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
Planning help
How we price wedding paella catering
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Parking and unloading
- Waiting and bar staff
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many courses
Live paella frequently compares well with a sit-down meal, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the space, if you can
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
A closer look at the menu
Evening paella
Fresh pans for evening guests, served quickly so the party keeps going.
Paella wedding breakfast
The main event: paellas for every diet, served straight from the pan.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, every diet is easy. Our advice:
- Put us in touch with your venue
- Include any suppliers you’re feeding
- Confirm the venue’s catering rules early
- Tell us how many evening guests to expect
We keep in touch with your venue coordinator or toastmaster on the day, so you do not have to.
Canapé tapas with the drinks reception keep guests going during photos.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is harder than it looks. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
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 be with your guests, we will do the cooking.
Why live cooking beats a buffet
Plated wedding meals need a kitchen and more staff. Paella needs a level, ventilated spot and permission, and feels more relaxed. Larger events usually cost less per head, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Thorney Island hosts choose us
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Starters and desserts to complete the menu
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
Take a look at Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Common questions in Thorney Island
How far is Thorney Island from London?
About 59 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you cook in Eames Farm?
Only if the landowner, typically the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide our paperwork.
Can you cater for children?
Yes. Children often love a simple chicken paella. Tell us how many are coming.
What space do you need to cook?
Not a lot: a flat spot away from anything flammable, with space to serve. If in doubt, send a picture.
Is it really cooked live?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Who clears up?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook under cover, like a gazebo or open-sided marquee. We will agree a wet-weather plan with you.
Can you do our whole wedding menu?
Any part of the day, or all of it, from canapés to evening food.
- 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