West Sussex · England
Food truck hire in Chelwood Common, West Sussex
We bring food truck hire with tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos to Chelwood Common and nearby, with options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests.
- Summer parties at home
- End-of-year parties
- Staff appreciation days
Food truck hire for Chelwood Common events
Hiring a food truck in Chelwood Common
Chelwood Common is about 6 miles north-east of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Events in Chelwood Common are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. Chelwood Common is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Crawley, about 10 miles away.
Central London is about 32 miles from Chelwood Common, which can suit a team day out of the city with a hired food truck. After a service at a church such as Chelwood Gate Church, a hired food truck at a garden, field or venue nearby can feed everyone. Hiring our food truck for an event near the High Weald National Landscape, within about 4 miles of Chelwood Common? Country lanes can be narrow and verges soft, so tell us about the route in.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH17, and we can cater your event anywhere in it with access for the truck or trailer. Local streets include Baxters Lane, Tanyard Lane and Box's Lane; for an event at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. Nearby, we also cater events in Chelwood Gate (1 mile north), Danehill (1 mile south-west), Birchgrove (1 mile north-west), Furner's Green (2 miles south) and Nutley (2 miles east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Crawley (10 miles north-west), Horsham (15 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-west), East Grinstead (6 miles north) and Broadfield (10 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Waterbury Castle (2.3 miles west) and Heaven Farm Museum (1.6 miles south). The countryside around Chelwood Common includes Brickfield Meadow.
How our food truck hire works in Chelwood Common
Everyone orders at the hatch and gets food cooked to order. It keeps things easy and relaxed for guests and hosts. For launch events and company away days, we will put together a menu of burrito bowls, loaded nachos and tacos from the hatch and more.
Somewhere as small as Chelwood Common, food truck hire can mean a garden, a field or a barn. Tell us about narrow lanes, gates and long drives. Firm ground matters, especially after rain. Everything is prepared fresh for your event and served from our food truck or trailer, so guests get it at its best.
- Location
- Chelwood Common (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guests
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: see how many tacos per person. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label anything containing allergens.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Who books food truck hire in Chelwood Common?
It’s relaxed for guests and easy for hosts, because we cook, serve and clear away.
A truck or trailer works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Family reunions
- Engagement parties
- Summer parties at home
- Parties in venue grounds
Nearby historic houses include Priest House (3.9 miles north-west) and Standen (4.5 miles north). If you are hiring a historic venue, check early whether it allows a catering vehicle on site.
Before you book anyone
- Staff numbers and hours
- What happens if it rains
- The deposit and payment dates
- Space, access, power and water needs
Space, access and the venue
We serve from a truck or trailer, so where we park matters. These are the things we check:
- A spot away from neighbours
- Gate widths, overhead branches and soft ground checked in advance
- Parking arrangements if we’re not on private land
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
Is food truck hire right for your event?
If you want guests to remember the food, hiring a Mexican food truck is worth considering in Chelwood Common. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for food truck hire. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Contact us for a quote.
Why us?
- A clear quote
- We cover Chelwood Common and the whole of West Sussex
- Service planned around your numbers
- Menus chosen with you
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
Nearby places to Chelwood Common
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Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Plan a covered area for guests to eat
- Ask about parking rules if we will be on a road
- Measure gates and look for low branches on the way in
- Guests with serious allergies should contact us first
Running late? Tell us, and we’ll work around it.
Simple quesadillas suit younger guests.
FAQs for Chelwood Common
Is Chelwood Common close to London?
About 32 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and catering, so check with yours. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
Can you plan for allergies?
We plan allergen-aware menus, including for nut allergies, and give allergen information for every dish. We keep options separate, but we can’t promise anything is completely allergen-free. If a guest has a severe allergy, please talk to us before the event.
What about vegan and gluten-free guests?
We plan for diets before the day, but we can’t promise an allergen-free kitchen. Anyone with a severe allergy should contact us before the event.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
Yes. We can set up a build-your-own taco bar, served from the truck or a serving table, with fillings, salsas and toppings to choose from. Read our taco bar guide.
How long do you serve for?
We arrive in good time to set up before service. Serving times are agreed with you in advance.
Can we add drinks?
The drinks bar comes with bar staff. Alcohol needs the right licence, which we’ll check with you.
Do you provide plates and napkins?
Ask us when you enquire. Let us know what you already have, and we will set out plates, napkins and cutlery in your quote.
What’s on the menu
Loaded nachos
Crisp chips loaded with toppings, salsa and guacamole, for sharing.
Tacos from the hatch
Tacos made to order at the hatch, with a choice of fillings agreed with you.
What food truck hire costs
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- Food, drinks or both
- Whether you need disposables
- How many guests we are serving
Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so tell us what you have in mind. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- How we drive in and where we can park
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- Diets and allergies you know about
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, tell us and we will adjust the start of service where we can. Evening events in Chelwood Common stay light until about 9:20pm at midsummer. Once it’s dark, some lighting near the hatch makes ordering easier.
- Tell us what the event is and who’s coming.
- We suggest fillings and dishes for every diet.
- We check power, water and timings with the venue.
- The truck serves at the agreed times.
- Once service ends, we tidy up and go.
How to prepare
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
Get a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. Contact us for a quote: just send us your details through our quote form.
Read more
- 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