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Food truck hire in Shadoxhurst, Kent
Fresh, colourful and made to share: a food truck at your event, serving Mexican street food from the hatch in Shadoxhurst and the surrounding area.
- Leaving parties
- End-of-year celebrations
- Big birthdays
Food truck hire near Shadoxhurst
Food truck hire in Shadoxhurst, from our food truck or trailer
Guests walk up to the hatch, order and take their food away hot. It keeps things easy and relaxed. We serve quesadillas, loaded nachos and tacos from the hatch, and it suits end-of-year celebrations and birthday parties.
In a small place like Shadoxhurst, a hired food truck might park in a garden, paddock or field. Tell us about narrow lanes, gates and long drives. Firm ground matters, especially after rain. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the menu, the service time and any extras you choose.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we park the truck or trailer in the agreed spot and set up. Service starts at the time we have agreed, so everything runs to your schedule. A hired food truck at a summer event in Shadoxhurst can serve in daylight until about 9:15pm at midsummer, while late September brings sunset forward to around 7:00pm. For winter events, dark by about 3:50pm, plan lighting where guests queue at the hatch.
- Tell us the date, the location, rough numbers and any diets.
- We suggest a menu for the hatch and quote for it.
- We confirm the parking spot, access, power and water with you or the venue.
- We arrive, open the hatch and cook to order for your guests.
- Once guests are fed, we clear our area and head off.
Before we arrive
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Perfect for your event in Shadoxhurst
Guests can come back to the hatch when they’re ready.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. People in Shadoxhurst can book us for occasions like:
- Parties in venue grounds
- Family reunions
- Launch events
- Leaving parties
After a service at a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, a hired food truck at a garden, field or venue nearby can feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- The wet-weather plan
- When final numbers are due
- The deposit and payment dates
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Nearby places to Shadoxhurst
More for events in Shadoxhurst
Food truck hire in Shadoxhurst: local tips
Shadoxhurst is about 3 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Events in Shadoxhurst are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and friendly service on the day. We serve in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
Parks such as Stone Wood typically need permission for vehicles and catering, so a garden or hired venue is often simpler. Shadoxhurst is about 48 miles from central London, close enough for a London team’s away day. Shadoxhurst is within about 8 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, 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.
Here we cover the TN26 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include The Street, Park Farm Close and Woodchurch Road; for an event at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. For events just outside Shadoxhurst, we cover Stubb's Cross (1 mile north-east), Chilmington Green (2 miles north), Kingsnorth (2 miles east), Fleeden (2 miles north) and Stanhope (2 miles north-east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Ashford (3 miles north-east), Folkestone (15 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north), Hythe (12 miles east), Davington (15 miles north) and Preston (14 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Woodchurch Village Life Museum (2.9 miles south-west) and William Harvey Hospital (4.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Orlestone Forest.
DIY taco night or a caterer?
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Contact us for a quote to compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party serving. With a caterer, you get the food and drinks without the work.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Shadoxhurst? 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.
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We can send what the landowner or council needs from us.
Food truck hire or something else?
Booking several street food trucks means juggling several suppliers. One truck with tacos, burritos and nachos is one booking to manage. Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so share your ideas with us. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
What you get with us
- Quoted for your event
- Options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Menus chosen with you
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
What food truck hire costs
Contact us for a quote, and the price is based on:
- Food, drinks or both
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- The menu you choose
- The number of people
There is no one-size-fits-all price for food truck hire. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Your quote sets it all out.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- What you’d like on the menu
- The venue or postcode
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: give us the basics about your event, and we will suggest a menu. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We look for:
- A way in wide and high enough for the vehicle
- Somewhere for guests to sit or stand and eat
- Level, solid ground for the vehicle
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Quesadillas
- Loaded nachos
- Burrito bowls
- Mexican drinks bar
- Burritos
- Tacos
The menu, item by item
Loaded nachos
Nachos are good for sharing between friends; dairy-free versions can be planned.
Salsas and guacamole
Guacamole and a choice of salsas, freshly made.
FAQs for Shadoxhurst
What’s the nearest station to Shadoxhurst for guests?
The closest is Ham Street station, roughly 3.1 miles away.
Do you hire out your food truck for parties in places like Shadoxhurst?
Yes, subject to the date and access for the truck or trailer. Tell us about the lane, gates, ground and parking.
How many guests can you serve?
Our truck and trailer service generally suits events of around 50 to 400 guests. Festivals can be bigger, and smaller parties are quoted case by case. Send us your numbers and we’ll advise.
Can we hire the truck for our wedding?
The truck or trailer can serve the wedding breakfast, evening food or both. We fit service around your running order. See our food truck wedding guide.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your event and menu. Timings are agreed in advance to suit your day.
Is the truck suitable for a large group?
Hiring the truck or trailer typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller gatherings are looked at case by case.
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.
What do you serve?
We agree a sample menu with each client. Fillings might include chicken tinga, pork carnitas, al pastor-style pork and vegan options like black beans. Our sample menu has more ideas.
- 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