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Food truck caterers in Clayton
A menu that works for every guest: options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A food truck at your event, serving Mexican street food from the hatch for events in Clayton.
- Back-garden parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Parties in venue grounds
Food truck hire near Clayton
Food truck hire in Clayton: local tips
Clayton is about 3 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Anywhere in BN6, we will come to your venue or site, as long as there’s access. We cater in all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in.
Guests leaving a church like St John the Baptist's Church could walk or drive to a nearby garden or hall where the truck is ready. Historic houses near Clayton include Preston Manor & Gardens (4.7 miles south). Historic houses and estates typically have firm rules on vehicles, so ask where a hired food truck could park before you book. The South Downs National Park is within about 2 miles of Clayton, 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.
For food truck hire in BN6, we plan around your venue and the route in and your guests. Streets in the area include Spring Lane, Underhill Lane and Brighton Road, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. If your venue is just outside Clayton, we also cover Keymer (1 mile north-east), Hassocks (1 mile north), Ditchling (2 miles north-east), Westmeston (2 miles east) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (13 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (6 miles north), Burgess Hill (3 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Clayton Castle (under half a mile south-west) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (0.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
- Nearby schools include Downlands Community School (0.8 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Greyhound Public House (1 mile north-east)
About our food truck hire in Clayton
Pair the truck with our Mexican drinks bar with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas, with licensing checked with you. We can add a taco-bar station next to the truck. For wedding evening food and milestone birthdays, we can serve fresh salsas and guacamole, burrito bowls and quesadillas for your guests.
Near Clayton, a hired food truck in a field or garden suits private parties and work away days alike. Guests order at the hatch, so plan a sheltered spot for the queue in case of rain. Timings are planned around your event, so service starts when you want it.
- Location
- Clayton (BN6)
- County
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guests
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Extras
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
Towns and villages near Clayton
Also in Clayton
What’s on the menu
Tacos from the hatch
A taco is ideal food from a truck, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests.
Quesadillas
A quesadilla suits cautious eaters.
Perfect for your event in Clayton
Guests can come back to the hatch when they’re ready, rather than all at once.
Whatever the occasion, the serving truck can be a highlight. We are happy to cater:
- Private outdoor parties
- End-of-year celebrations
- Back-garden parties
- Leaving parties
Central London is about 41 miles from Clayton.
Comparing caterers
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
- Plates and napkins, or nothing at all
- What happens if it rains
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Clayton? Service from a truck or trailer is quick, even for a crowd, and the menu can suit most diets. Tell us about the event and we’ll suggest a menu.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the space and tell us about the drive and gates, and we will tell you honestly whether a truck or trailer will fit.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Ask guests with severe allergies to speak to us beforehand
- Walk the access route and note narrow gaps
- Tell us about coeliac guests
- Send allergy details in writing
We can serve through rain, though a marquee or gazebo helps guests stay dry.
Simple quesadillas suit younger guests, if you’d like a kids’ choice.
How it compares
Burger and pizza vans are familiar. Tacos and burritos from a truck feel different. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Events in Clayton and across West Sussex
- Menus chosen with you
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Menus for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
Read our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
Some hosts like to do it themselves. The usual problems are cold tortillas, running out of a popular filling and a host stuck at the stove. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the serving.
What affects the price in Clayton
Every event is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- What the venue already provides
- How many staff you need
- Food, drinks or both
- Guest numbers
Larger events can cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- How we drive in and where we can park
- What you’d like on the menu
- A photo of the space, if it’s a garden or field
Planning food truck hire in Clayton? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. Just drop us a line using the enquiry form.
Common questions in Clayton
Can you bring a truck or trailer to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and catering, so check with yours. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
Could we book your food truck for a private event in Clayton?
Yes, subject to the date and access for the truck or trailer. Let us know about access and where we’d park.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need dairy-free food, and we’ll plan the menu around them.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates go first, so contact us early.
What guest numbers do you cater for?
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller parties are quoted case by case.
Is food truck hire good for weddings?
A food truck suits a relaxed wedding well. We will check access and timings with your venue.
Where can the truck park?
Level, firm ground or hardstanding, access wide and high enough to drive in, and the venue’s permission. We confirm power and water when you book.
What access do you need?
A level, firm spot for the truck or trailer, with access wide and high enough to drive in, plus the venue’s permission. Power and water arrangements are confirmed with each booking.
Step by step
Guests tend to gather around the truck, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. We can serve in the rain, but guests will need somewhere covered. Evening events in Clayton stay light until about 9:20pm at midsummer. Once it is dark, some lighting near the hatch makes ordering easier.
- Ask us whether your date is available.
- You get a menu for the hatch and a quote.
- The spot and the way in are agreed in advance.
- On the day, guests order at the hatch and we cook to order.
- After service, we close up and leave the spot clear.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
How to get a price
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. When you’re ready, send a quick message through our quote form.
Related guides
- 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