Isle of Wight · England
Food truck hire in Northwood, Isle of Wight
A menu that works for every guest: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options, plus allergen information for every dish. Our Mexican food truck or trailer, hired for your private or corporate event for events in Northwood.
- Birthday parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Family celebrations
Planning an event in Northwood?
About our food truck hire in Northwood
Our drinks bar can be hired with the truck for margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas, with licensing checked with you. We can add a taco-bar station next to the truck. We serve burrito bowls, quesadillas and tacos from the hatch, which works well for family reunions and private outdoor parties.
In a rural place like Northwood, 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. You will know what’s included before you book: menu, timings and any add-ons.
- Location
- Northwood (PO31)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Also available
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, most diets are easy. Our advice:
- Measure gates and look for low branches on the way in
- Plan a covered area for guests to eat
- Count children separately
- Agree service times with us
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.
Events we cater in Northwood
Diets are simple to plan for, since vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free choices come from the same hatch.
Whatever the occasion, our food truck or trailer can be the centre of it. We’re happy to cater:
- Launch events
- Engagement parties
- Back-garden parties
- Winter staff parties
If you’re celebrating after a ceremony at a church like All Saints' Church, our truck or trailer can be waiting at the reception spot.
What to look for in a quote
- Who provides plates and napkins
- Whether VAT is included
- The venue requirements
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
Your questions about food truck hire in Northwood
Can we hire your food truck for a private party in Northwood?
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.
Can you serve near the sea around Northwood?
We can, given firm ground and the landowner’s permission. Beaches and promenades generally need the council’s agreement, so check that first.
Do you cater in Northwood?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Northwood is within our area. For a quote, tell us about it on our contact page.
Do you offer a bar with the truck?
Our Mexican drinks bar can be added to a truck booking, serving margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. We’ll check the licensing with you.
Do you do a taco bar?
We can. A build-your-own taco bar can be served from the truck or a serving station, with fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings. Read our taco bar guide.
What do you need at the venue?
Tell us where you’d like the truck, and we’ll check the access. There is more in our space and power guide.
Do you have dairy-free options?
Yes. Dairy-free options are part of our menus, and we’ll tell you which dishes contain milk.
How does food truck hire work?
You book the truck or trailer for set hours at your event. We cook, serve and clear away.
How we price food truck hire
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- The number of people
- Travel, parking and access
Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you can choose what you need.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of the space, if it is a garden or field
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
- How we drive in and where we can park
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Organising for someone else?
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so guests are looked after quickly. Let us know how long the break is.
What we need at the venue
Access is the first thing to check for a truck or trailer. We look for:
- Room for guests to gather at the hatch
- Enough width and height on the route in
- Power and water details confirmed in advance
For somewhere as remote as Northwood, 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.
On the menu in Northwood
- Mexican drinks bar
- Loaded nachos
- Tacos
- Quesadillas
- Burritos
- Burrito bowls
Food truck hire in Northwood: local tips
Northwood is about 1 mile south of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. From the centre of Northwood to the outskirts, we offer the same service: a truck or trailer at your event, options for every diet and a clear price. Northwood is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. You can also see our page for Portsmouth, about 11 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Osborne House (2 miles east) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.9 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue, check early whether it allows a catering vehicle on site. With the coast within about 2 miles of Northwood, wind is worth planning for. A sheltered, firm spot for the truck or trailer and the queue works best.
This part of the Isle of Wight takes in PO31. We can cater an event on streets such as Nodes Road, Wyatts Lane and Uplands Road. For events just outside Northwood, we cover Rew Street (1 mile west), Gurnard (1 mile north), Cowes (1 mile north), Noke Common (2 miles south) and Parkhurst (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (3 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (9 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east), Ventnor (11 miles south-east) and Oakfield (7 miles east). Some remote venues need extra planning, so ask early about your event.
Well-known places in the area include Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles north) and West Cowes Castle (1.7 miles north). Not far away are Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Northwood include Cowes Enterprise College (1.4 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Travellers Joy pub (under half a mile south-west)
Can I do a taco night myself?
A DIY taco night is possible for a crowd, but it’s more work than it looks. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, with allergen information for every dish.
Also near Northwood
More for events in Northwood
Popular choices
Burrito bowls
Bowls suit anyone skipping tortillas, and they’re easy to adapt.
Tacos from the hatch
Tacos made to order at the hatch, with fillings such as carnitas, chicken tinga or spiced mushroom.
How the day works
We need a level, firm spot we can drive the truck or trailer onto, with power and water arrangements agreed beforehand. Send us a photo of the space if you’re unsure. December events in Northwood lose the light at about 4:00pm, so ask the venue about outdoor lighting where we’ll park. At midsummer, sunset is around 9:20pm.
- Check our availability for your date.
- You get a menu for the hatch and a quote.
- The spot and the way in are agreed in advance.
- We drive in, open the hatch and serve your guests.
- We pack down and drive away when service ends.
Before we arrive
- Find out what power and water are available
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you need. To ask for one, tell us about it on our contact page.
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