Isle of Wight · England
Food truck caterers in Great Thorness
Something for every guest: options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. Food truck hire with tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos for events in Great Thorness.
- Leaving parties
- Client hospitality
- Private outdoor parties
Food truck hire near Great Thorness
How our food truck hire works in Great Thorness
Food truck hire means our truck or trailer is booked for your guests only. Unlike a stall at a festival or market, it is a private hire, so the menu and timings are set around your event. For private outdoor parties and anniversary celebrations, we can serve fresh salsas and guacamole, quesadillas and vegan tacos.
Near Great Thorness, a hired food truck in a field or garden suits private parties and work away days alike. Guests queue at the hatch, so have some cover ready in case of rain. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
- Where
- Great Thorness (PO31)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Numbers
- Generally around 50 to 400; ask us
- Also available
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
How it works
When service finishes, we pack up and leave our area tidy. Set-up and pack-down times are agreed with you and the venue. At midsummer, it stays light in Great Thorness until about 9:20pm, while late September brings sunset forward to around 7:10pm. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, plan lighting where guests queue at the hatch.
- Ask us whether your date is available.
- We agree a hatch menu and send a quote.
- The spot and the way in are agreed in advance.
- We drive in, open the hatch and serve your guests.
- After service, we close up and leave the spot clear.
Preparing for the day
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Tell us what power and water the site has
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you need. To ask for one, tell us about it on our contact page.
Planning help
Why choose food truck hire in Great Thorness?
Guests can come back to the hatch when they’re ready, rather than all at once.
In Great Thorness and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Milestone birthdays
- Wedding evening food
- Client events and product launches
- Family reunions
Historic houses near Great Thorness include Swainston Manor (3 miles south) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.5 miles south-east). Historic houses and estates typically have firm rules on vehicles, so ask where a hired food truck could park before booking.
Questions to ask before booking
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
- Plates and napkins, or nothing at all
- The deadline for final numbers
Planning the serving area
Everything is served from our truck or trailer, so where we park matters. These are the things we check:
- The landowner’s go-ahead for the truck or trailer
- Space in front of the hatch for guests to queue
- Gate widths, overhead branches and soft ground checked in advance
For somewhere as remote as Great Thorness, early notice helps us plan the trip, the route in and power.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise.
Great Thorness: your questions answered
Do you hire out your food truck for parties in places like Great Thorness?
Yes, depending on the date. For a private or work event in a village or hamlet, the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
Do you cater in villages like Great Thorness?
Yes. Villages and hamlets are part of our area, and the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. We can keep dishes mild, and simple options such as quesadillas or nachos can be part of the menu. Include children in your numbers.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates go first, so get in touch early.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Greater London, Kent and Medway, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
What do you serve?
Mexican street food: tacos and build-your-own taco bars, burritos, burrito bowls, nachos and quesadillas, plus salsas, guacamole and toppings. A drinks bar is available too.
How does food truck hire work?
Our food truck or trailer comes to your venue and serves your guests from the hatch. Only your guests are served.
Do you cater in Great Thorness?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Great Thorness and the rest of the Isle of Wight. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
What food truck hire costs
Pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Serving staff
- The number of people
- The menu you choose
- Timings and hours
What’s on the menu makes a difference to the total, so tell us what you have in mind. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- How we drive in and where we can park
- Expected numbers
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What power and water the site has
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll make suggestions. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Also near Great Thorness
More for events in Great Thorness
For planners, venues and organisers
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so everyone is served promptly. Let us know how long the break is.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Planning for every diet
Every guest is catered for, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan included. To get it right:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Share your running order
- Ask the venue about catering vehicles before you book
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
Wet weather does not close the hatch, but guests will want a covered area to eat.
Margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas from our drinks bar can join the truck, with licensing checked with you.
Is food truck hire right for your event?
Plated catering needs a kitchen tent, waiting staff and set courses. Our food truck or trailer brings the kitchen and serves from one hatch. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we’ll set out what’s included.
Why book with us
- A menu built around your guests
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Access, space and power checked in advance
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
Popular choices
Loaded nachos
A tray of nachos works as a starter or a late snack.
Quesadillas
Crisp tortillas folded round melted cheese.
Great Thorness: parking, access and venues
Great Thorness is about 3 miles south-west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. Wherever your event is in the PO31 area, we can bring the truck or trailer to you. We serve in 125 places across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater right across the region, from Great Thorness to Southampton (13 miles away).
With the coast within about 4 miles of Great Thorness, wind is worth planning for. A sheltered, firm spot for the truck or trailer and the queue works best.
For food truck hire in PO31, we plan around your venue and the route in and your guests. For events just outside Great Thorness, we cover Porchfield (1 mile south-west), Locksgreen (1 mile south-west), Rew Street (2 miles north-east), Newtown (2 miles south-west) and Northwood (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (3 miles south-east), Ryde (9 miles east), Cowes (3 miles north-east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east) and Ventnor (11 miles south-east). For an event at a remote venue, let us know early and we’ll plan the trip and the route in for the truck or trailer.
Other landmarks nearby include Carisbrooke Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and St Mary's Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Great Thorness include Mill Hill.
- Local pubs include Sportsman's Rest pub (0.9 miles south-west)
- 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