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Food truck hire in Ham, Kent
From the first guest in the queue to the last, a Mexican food truck serving tacos and burritos at your event makes the serving truck part of your event in Ham.
- Private parties in fields and grounds
- Garden parties
- Family celebrations
Food truck hire in Ham
Food truck hire in Ham, from our food truck or trailer
Fillings might include carnitas, al pastor-style pork or chicken tinga, alongside a vegan option such as spiced mushroom. There are options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free diets. It works well for leaving dos and retirements and staff appreciation days, serving vegan tacos, quesadillas and loaded nachos.
In a small place like Ham, a hired food truck might park in a garden, paddock or field. Lanes, gates and long drives are fine if we know about them. Soft ground after rain is worth mentioning too. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
Can I do a taco night myself?
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: see how many tacos per person. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
What affects the price in Ham
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Staff for serving and the bar
- Travel, parking and access
- Your choice of food and drinks
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Your menu ideas
- The date and time of the event
- Where the event is
- Diets and allergies you know about
Thinking about food truck hire for your event in Ham? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. Our advice:
- Guests with serious allergies should contact us first
- Let us know who is coeliac
- Ask about parking rules if we’ll be on a road
- Check early that your venue allows food trucks
We can serve through rain, but guests will want a covered area to eat.
A taco-bar station can sit next to the truck for a wedding breakfast or lunch.
Planning the serving area
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We look for:
- Some space between the truck and nearby homes
- A flat parking spot on firm ground or hardstanding
- Power and water details confirmed in advance
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Mexican drinks bar
- Quesadillas
- Loaded nachos
- Tacos
- Burritos
- Burrito bowls
Planning food truck hire around Ham
Ham is about 3 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. We bring food truck hire to gardens, halls and venues around Ham and the surrounding area. We serve in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
Historic houses near Ham include Walmer Castle (4.4 miles south-east) and Goodnestone Park (4.5 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue, check early whether it allows a catering vehicle on site. Roughly 64 miles separate Ham from central London. A private event by the sea is within reach, as Ham is within about 4 miles of the coast. Promenades and beaches generally need the council’s agreement for a catering vehicle.
Anywhere in CT14, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Ham for food truck hire include Statenborough (1 mile north-west), Felderland (1 mile north), Worth (1 mile north-east), Marley (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
A little further out are Sandown Castle (3.1 miles east) and The Precinct Toy Collection (2.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local schools include Sandwich Technology School (1.3 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Blue Pigeons pub (1 mile north-east)
Your questions about food truck hire in Ham
We’re having a ceremony at Church of St George: can you cater afterwards?
Yes. The church itself is not where we’d set up, but a hall, field or garden close by with room for the truck or trailer can work well. Let us know the reception address and we’ll check the access.
Can you serve near the sea around Ham?
We can, given firm ground and the landowner’s permission. Beaches and promenades generally need the council’s agreement, so check that first.
What guest numbers do you cater for?
That depends on your timings and the event. As a guide, it is around 50 to 400 guests, so tell us your numbers.
What access do you need?
Access and level ground matter most: a firm spot for the truck or trailer, room for a queue and, for a taco bar, space for a serving table. If in doubt, send us a photo of the space and the way in.
Do you do food truck hire 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.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, and we plan them in from the start. Tell us your numbers when you ask for a quote.
Do you have options for kids?
Yes, children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will plan the menu with them in mind.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not typically stop service from the truck or trailer. It is worth planning a covered area for guests, and tell us if heavy rain could make the ground soft.
Towns and villages near Ham
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The process
We arrive in good time before service, set up the truck or trailer and get everything ready. Guests come up to order when service opens. A Christmas party in Ham with a hired food truck will be in the dark from about 3:50pm, so ask the venue about outdoor lighting where we’ll park. At midsummer, sunset is around 9:15pm.
- Share your plans for the event.
- We suggest fillings and dishes for every diet.
- We check power, water and timings with the venue.
- The truck serves at the agreed times.
- When everyone is fed, we clear our area.
Getting ready for the day
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Comparing your options
Booking several street food trucks means juggling several suppliers. One truck with tacos, burritos and nachos is one booking to manage. Access, parking and the distance to your venue can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed in your quote.
What we offer in Ham
- A plan agreed before the day
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
- Service planned around your numbers
- Allergen information for everything we serve
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
Why choose food truck hire in Ham?
Nothing is needed from a venue kitchen, so gardens, fields and grounds all become options with the venue’s agreement.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. People in Ham can book us for occasions like:
- Milestone birthdays
- Wedding receptions
- Staff summer parties
- Leaving dos and retirements
Parks such as Ham Fen normally need permission for vehicles and catering, so a garden or hired venue is often simpler.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- Where to see their hygiene rating
- Payment terms and deposit
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
Organising for someone else?
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
- 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