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Food Truck Hire in Rough Common
Looking for food truck hire in Rough Common? We arrive with our truck or trailer and everything we need to serve, and look after your guests on the day.
- Weddings
- Engagement parties
- Milestone birthdays
Get a quote for food truck hire in Rough Common
Food truck hire in Rough Common, from our truck or trailer
The truck or trailer is a working kitchen on wheels, so there is no need for kitchen space at the venue. What we do need is level ground, a way in and the venue’s agreement. We serve loaded nachos, quesadillas and vegan tacos, and it is a good fit for family reunions and summer parties at home.
Near Rough Common, 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. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so set-up goes smoothly.
What food truck hire costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The length of service
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- Serving staff
- Whether you need disposables
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can feel generous.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want service to start
- Your menu ideas
- Where the event is
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. When you are ready, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
Rough Common: parking, access and venues
Rough Common is about 2 miles north-west of Canterbury, in Kent. From the centre of Rough Common to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh service from our food truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. We cater in all 922 towns and villages across Kent.
Rough Common is about 51 miles from central London. Hoping to hire a food truck for a gathering in Whitehall Meadows? A catering vehicle in a public park usually needs the landowner’s permission. A private event by the sea is within reach, as Rough Common is within about 5 miles of the coast. Promenades and beaches normally need the council’s agreement for a catering vehicle.
We cover events in every part of the CT2 postcode area. Local streets include Ross Gardens, Firtree Close and Rough Common Road; for an event at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. Close by, we cover events in Harbledown (1 mile south-east), Upper Harbledown (1 mile south-west), Hales Place (1 mile east), Wincheap (2 miles south-east) and Thanington (2 miles south). We also cater in nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles south-west), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Folkestone (15 miles south), Whitstable (4 miles north) and Faversham (7 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (1.6 miles south-east) and Canterbury Castle (1.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Rough Common include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby schools include St Edmund's School (0.5 miles east) and The Archbishop's School (1.1 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Dog and Bear pub (under half a mile south)
How it works
When we arrive, we position the truck or trailer and get the serving area ready. Service starts at the time we’ve agreed, so everything runs to your schedule. At midsummer, it stays light in Rough Common until about 9:15pm, while late September brings sunset forward to around 7:00pm. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so the queue by the hatch needs lighting.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Find out what power and water are available
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
Ask for a quote
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll suggest a menu. When you are ready, use our quote form.
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Rough Common: your questions answered
Could you serve our guests after a service at Church of St. Gabriel?
Yes, at a garden, field or venue nearby where the truck or trailer can park. Service would be at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is Rough Common close to London?
About 51 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down and leave our area tidy. Let us know the venue’s rules on waste and we will talk it through.
How does food truck hire work?
You hire the truck or trailer for agreed service times. We cook, serve and clear away.
Is the food very hot?
The food can be kept mild, and hotter salsas go on the side for guests who like heat.
Is the food made fresh?
We slow-cook fillings ahead, then finish them and keep them hot at your event. The tortillas are warmed on site, and the salsas and guacamole are made fresh.
What if the weather’s bad?
The truck or trailer can serve in the rain, but guests need somewhere covered to eat and drink, like a marquee or gazebo.
How it compares
Cooking yourself saves on catering but costs you the day. With a hired truck, we do the cooking. Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you can choose what you need.
What we offer in Rough Common
- Menus chosen with you
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- Allergen-aware menus
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
Where the truck can go in Rough Common
Before the day, we’ll agree where we park and serve. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Seating or standing room near the truck
- Parking arrangements if we are not on private land
- Power and water details confirmed in advance
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What’s on the menu
Salsas and guacamole
Salsas and guacamole finish every order.
Burrito bowls
A bowl is a good choice for guests avoiding tortillas, and they’re easy to adapt.
Occasions we cater for in Rough Common
It is relaxed for guests and easy for hosts, because we cook, serve and clear away.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. People in Rough Common can book us for occasions like:
- Client events and product launches
- Milestone birthdays
- Wedding evening food
- Back-garden parties
When the service is at a church such as Church of St. Gabriel, the truck would serve at the reception venue rather than at the church.
What your quote should include
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- Where to see their hygiene rating
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
- When final numbers are due
Organising for someone else?
Hosting a party at home? Send us a photo of the space and tell us about the drive and gates, and we’ll let you know if it’s a good fit.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Towns and villages near Rough Common
More for events in Rough Common
Can I do a taco night myself?
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone still has to mix, pour and keep an eye on it all evening. See our margarita bar guide.
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.
- 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