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Food truck caterers in Bilsham
Fresh, colourful and made to share: our Mexican food truck or trailer, hired for your private or corporate event for events in Bilsham and across West Sussex.
- Private outdoor parties
- Leaving parties
- Christenings and family parties
Book food truck hire in Bilsham
Food truck hire in Bilsham, served fresh
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller parties are quoted case by case, so tell us how many you expect. It suits parties in venue grounds and big birthdays, with vegan tacos, quesadillas and loaded nachos.
In a rural place like Bilsham, access is the main thing to plan for a hired truck: the gate, the ground and the distance from the lane. Power and water may be limited, so we confirm the arrangements before the day. Guests are served from our truck or trailer, or from a serving table nearby, and we plan service so the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Bilsham (BN18)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Add-ons
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
What affects the price in Bilsham
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Guest numbers
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- How many staff you need
- The length of service
Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so share your ideas with us. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- A picture of where we’d park
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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The process
A typical event goes like this: we arrive and set up, we open the hatch when you are ready, and your guests are served fresh until service ends. A Christmas party in Bilsham with a hired food truck will be in the dark from about 4:00pm, so ask the venue about outdoor lighting where we will park. At midsummer, sunset is around 9:20pm.
- Ask us whether your date is available.
- We agree a hatch menu and send a quote.
- We confirm the parking spot and the route in.
- On the day, guests order at the hatch and we cook to order.
- After service, we close up and leave the spot clear.
Getting ready for the day
- Find out what power and water are available
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
How to get a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, tell us about it on our contact page.
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Who books food truck hire in Bilsham?
Food comes from the hatch hot, one order at a time, not left standing on a buffet.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. In Bilsham, you could book us for events such as:
- Birthday parties
- Weddings
- Back-garden parties
- Engagement parties
Roughly 53 miles separate Bilsham from central London, which can suit a team day out of the city with a hired food truck.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Where to see their hygiene rating
- Plates and napkins, or nothing at all
How it compares
Most guests have seen a burger van. Tacos and burritos from a truck feel different. Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you choose what goes in.
What we offer in Bilsham
- Menus chosen with you
- Quick, friendly service from the hatch
- A plan agreed before the day
- Every guest catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free included
Take a look at our prices page or what Mexican catering costs.
Food truck hire in Bilsham: local tips
Bilsham is about 3 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Bilsham and nearby villages. Bilsham is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Chichester, about 7 miles away.
Rail travellers will be glad to hear that the nearest station is Barnham station, about 1.8 miles north-west. If you are celebrating after a ceremony at a church like Bilsham Chapel, our truck or trailer can be waiting at the reception spot. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles of Bilsham, with country venues and gardens where a hired food truck could serve. Some venues in protected landscapes have rules on vehicles, so check with yours. With the coast within about 4 miles of Bilsham, wind is worth planning for. A sheltered, firm spot for the truck or trailer and the queue works best.
Wherever your event is in BN18, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. Nearby, we also cater events in Yapton (1 mile north), Flansham (1 mile west), Barnham (2 miles north-west), West Barnham (2 miles north-west) and Lidsey (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Bognor Regis Museum (3.3 miles south-west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Bilsham include WWT Arundel.
- Schools near Bilsham include Felpham Community College (2 miles south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Email us any allergies
- Let us know who is coeliac
- Ask about parking rules if we’ll be on a road
- Plan a covered area for guests to eat
Guests order at the hatch and their food is handed out hot.
Loaded nachos to share while the first orders cook are a good way to begin.
FAQs for Bilsham
Can you bring a truck or trailer to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you come out to small places like Bilsham?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Tell us about lanes, gates, ground and parking.
Do you cater for dietary needs?
We plan vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests. Allergen information is available for every dish.
What if the weather’s bad?
We can serve from the hatch in the rain. It is worth planning a covered area for guests, and tell us if heavy rain could make the ground soft.
What space does the truck need?
A firm, level spot, a way in that fits the vehicle, and the venue’s agreement. We confirm power and water when you book.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our own area when service is finished. For anything beyond that, such as guests’ tables, ask us.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How is private hire different from festival trading?
Private hire means we serve only your guests, with a menu and timings you agree with us. Festival and market trading is open to the public; see our street food catering page.
About the menu
Salsas and guacamole
Fresh salsas and guacamole, made for your event.
Burritos
A burrito is a full meal in the hand and travel well from the hatch.
Planning the serving area
We will agree the spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Level, solid ground for the vehicle
- Agreement from the venue to bring in a catering vehicle
- Parking arrangements if we are not on private land
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Bilsham
- Mexican drinks bar
- Burritos
- Tacos
- Burrito bowls
- Quesadillas
- Loaded nachos
DIY taco night or a caterer?
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Contact us for a quote to compare.
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
- 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