We welcome you to Paella on the Lawn at Greyfriars on Sunday 1st June 2025, with our Bar open from 12pm for sangria (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), wine, beer and soft drinks, and a fiesta of food and music to follow.
Paellas will be freshly cooked on the Lawn and ready to serve by 12.30pm. Last service for paella will be at 2.30pm with the Bar to purchase drinks and desserts open till 3pm.
ANNOUNCEMENT: We’ve got two excellent singer/guitar musicians ready to serenade you throughout the afternoon, one British and one Spanish (which is of course the best possible mix of nationalities anyone can possibly have)!
Lunch gets a fanfare at 12.30pm with a set from Miki Cruz, a passionate Spanish performer who blends Latin rhythms, flamenco roots, and timeless ballads into an emotional and unforgettable live experience. From the romantic soul of Luis Miguel to the fiery spirit of the Gipsy Kings, his music is a heartfelt tribute to his roots and his journey. He describes himself as “A music lover who shares his music with an extra dose of energy”.
From 1.45pm, Baldy (aka Ian Roberts) takes the stage. Many will know him as the Paella Man and one half of Idelica, but he has been performing live music longer than he has been cooking. His style is relaxed with over 35 years of work to call upon. Expect laid back gentle sounds from him this time as the occasion befits.
There may be some seating laid on by the Greyfriars team but we advise you bring a chair or a blanket to get comfortable on.
Come along, stay awhile and enjoy a mini Spanish Fiesta in our home town of Ringwood.
We are now taking pre-orders on our website for three options of paella portions (Chicken & Chorizo, Seafood or Vegetable with Burnt Basque Cheesecake or Fresh Fruit Salad to follow). To avoid disappointment: Pre-order now!
