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Food truck hire in Acton, Kent
We bring food truck hire with tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos to Acton and nearby, with options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests.
- End-of-year celebrations
- Engagement parties
- Christenings and family parties
Food truck hire near Acton
Before you choose a spot
Access is the first thing to check for a truck or trailer. We look for:
- Some space between the truck and nearby homes
- Enough width and height on the route in
- Arrangements for power and water, agreed when you book
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Acton
- Quesadillas
- Burrito bowls
- Tacos
- Mexican drinks bar
- Loaded nachos
- Burritos
Food truck hire for your event in Acton
A hired food truck works for weddings, birthdays and staff days, and any gathering where guests want hot food without a sit-down meal. We serve fresh salsas and guacamole, tacos from the hatch and vegan tacos, and it is a good fit for company away days and engagements and anniversaries.
For a rural spot like Acton, food truck hire needs a little planning: the gate, the ground and the distance from the lane. Power and water may be limited, so we confirm the arrangements before the day. Food and drinks can be booked together or separately, so one caterer can cover more of the day.
Acton: parking, access and venues
Acton is about 10 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. For food truck hire in Acton, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. Acton is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Maidstone, about 19 miles away.
From central London, Acton is about 48 miles away, close enough for a London team’s away day. Colleagues or friends without a car may like to know that the nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 4.4 miles east. With the coast within about 5 miles of Acton, wind is worth planning for. A sheltered, firm spot for the truck or trailer and the queue works best.
Wherever your event is in TN30, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. For events just outside Acton, we cover The Stocks (1 mile south), Stone Corner (1 mile north-east), Wittersham (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles north-east) and Stone in Oxney (2 miles east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles north-east), Tenterden (4 miles north), Kennington (12 miles north-east), New Romney (10 miles east), Staplehurst (12 miles north-west) and Stanhope (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Smallhythe Place (1.5 miles north-west) and Ypres Tower (4.9 miles south). Open spaces near Acton include Flatropers Wood.
- Local pubs include The Ewe And Lamb Inn (0.6 miles south-west)
Can I do a taco night myself?
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
The process
Once service is over, we pack up and leave our area tidy. We agree set-up and pack-down times with you and your venue. Evening events in Acton stay light until about 9:15pm at midsummer. After that, festoon lights or lamps near the truck help guests order.
- Send us your date, the address, a headcount and dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu for the hatch and quote for it.
- We confirm the parking spot, access, power and water with you or the venue.
- On the day we drive in, set up and serve to order from the hatch.
- After service, we close the hatch, pack down and drive away.
Preparing for the day
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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Towns and villages near Acton
Other catering in Acton
Why choose food truck hire in Acton?
The truck is yours for the booking, so there are no public queues and the menu is set for your guests.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Private parties in fields and grounds
- Summer parties at home
- End-of-year parties
- Client events and product launches
Around Acton, historic houses include Smallhythe Place (1.5 miles north-west) and Lamb House (4.9 miles south). If you’re hiring a historic venue, check early whether it allows a catering vehicle on site.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- When payment is due
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How late numbers can change
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Check parking and loading rules for street locations
- Tell us about coeliac guests
- Plan a covered area for guests to eat
- Ask guests about dietary needs when they reply
The hatch opens at the time you choose, and we cook each order as it comes.
Ask us about napkins, plates and cutlery and we will confirm the options in your quote.
Acton questions
What’s the nearest station to Acton for guests?
Guests can use Appledore (Kent) station, about 4.4 miles east of Acton.
Could you serve our guests after a service at Parish Church of St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a garden, field or venue nearby where the truck or trailer can park. We’d serve at the reception venue rather than at the church itself. Tell us where the reception will be.
What if the weather’s bad?
We can keep serving from the truck or trailer in the rain, but guests need somewhere covered to eat and drink, like a marquee or gazebo.
Can we hire a bar too?
Our Mexican drinks bar can be added to a truck booking, serving margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. We’ll go through the licensing with you.
Can you cater for special diets?
There are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests. Every dish has allergen information.
Do you provide plates and napkins?
Please ask us. Tell us what your venue provides, and we’ll set out plates, napkins and cutlery in your quote.
Is food truck hire good for weddings?
We can serve from the truck for the wedding meal, the evening or both. Timings are agreed with you and your venue. Read more in having a food truck at a wedding.
Is the truck suitable for a large group?
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller gatherings are looked at case by case.
How we price food truck hire
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Whether you need disposables
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- Your choice of food and drinks
- Parking and the route in
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- A photo of the space, if it’s a garden or field
- What you’d like on the menu
- The date and rough timings
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Acton, and we will suggest a menu to suit.
Is food truck hire right for your event?
Burger and pizza vans are familiar. Tacos and burritos from a truck feel different while staying easy to eat. Larger events can cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- A clear quote
- Catering across Kent, including Acton
- Allergen-aware menus
- Every guest catered for, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan included
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
Popular choices
Burrito bowls
Bowls suit anyone skipping tortillas, and they’re easy to adapt.
Salsas and guacamole
Salsas and guacamole finish every order.
- Served from our truck or trailer at your venue, garden or event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with allergen information
- Tacos and taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas
- Mexican drinks bar: margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas