Isle of Wight · England
Food truck hire in Thorncross, Isle of Wight
A Mexican food truck serving tacos and burritos at your event in Thorncross, served from our truck or trailer, at your venue, garden or site.
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Christenings and family parties
- End-of-year parties
Planning an event in Thorncross?
Perfect for your event in Thorncross
It feels informal but well looked after.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Thorncross and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Engagements and anniversaries
- Company away days
- Winter staff parties
- Family celebrations
Guests leaving a church like St. Mary's Church could walk or drive to a nearby garden or hall where the truck is ready.
What to look for in a quote
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
- What happens if it rains
- If the price includes VAT
- Who provides plates and napkins
Food truck hire in Thorncross, served fresh
The truck or trailer is a working kitchen on wheels, so your venue doesn’t need a kitchen. What we do need is level ground, a way in and the venue’s agreement. For christenings and family parties and engagement parties, we’ll put together a menu of quesadillas, vegan tacos and burritos.
For a rural spot like Thorncross, food truck hire needs a little planning: gate widths, soft ground and the route from the road all matter. Power and water may be limited, so we confirm the arrangements before the day. You can book food, drinks or both, so one caterer can cover more of the day.
- Area
- Thorncross (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
What’s on the menu
Salsas and guacamole
Salsas and guacamole finish every order.
Loaded nachos
Tortilla chips with cheese, a filling, salsa and guacamole, for sharing.
Can I do a taco night myself?
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Towns and villages near Thorncross
What else we do in Thorncross
Thorncross: parking, access and venues
Thorncross is about 6 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. For food truck hire in Thorncross, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. We serve in all 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Thorncross to Portsmouth (about 18 miles away).
Historic houses near Thorncross include Wolverton Manor (1 mile north-east) and Westcourt Manor (1 mile north-east). Historic houses and estates typically have firm rules on vehicles, so ask where a hired food truck could park before you book.
Food truck hire in PO30 is planned around your venue and access. For events just outside Thorncross, we cover Brighstone (1 mile north-west), Moortown (1 mile north-west), Shorwell (1 mile north-east), Little Atherfield (2 miles south-east) and Atherfield Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (6 miles north-east), Ryde (11 miles north-east), Cowes (9 miles north), Sandown (10 miles east), Shanklin (9 miles east) and Ventnor (8 miles east). For an event at a remote venue, let us know early and we will plan the trip and the route in for the truck or trailer.
Other landmarks nearby include Whitecroft Hospital (4.4 miles north-east) and The Dinosaur Farm Museum (0.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Thorncross includes Brighstone Down.
- Nearby, you will find The Countryman pub (0.7 miles north)
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Food, drinks or both
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- How many staff you need
- The menu you choose
Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you choose what goes in.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What you’d like on the menu
- Where the event is
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. To send your details, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
The process
When service finishes, we pack up and leave our area tidy. Set-up and pack-down times are agreed with you and the venue. Planning a private evening event in Thorncross? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After that, festoon lights or lamps near the truck help guests order.
- First come the basics: date, location, numbers and 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.
- On the day we drive in, set up and serve to order from the hatch.
- Once guests are fed, we clear our area and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
- Choose a level, firm spot for the truck or trailer
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
How to get a price
To get a price, just send a quick message through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Thorncross, and we’ll put together a menu and price.
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How it compares
Hiring a food truck is different from finding one at a festival. At a festival we trade to the public; a private hire means your guests, your menu and your timings. The price depends on guest numbers, the menu and how long you’d like us to serve, along with extras and where your event is. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- Allergen-aware menus
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
Read how we price or the cost guide.
FAQs for Thorncross
Do you hire out your food truck for parties in places like Thorncross?
Yes, as long as we’re available on the date and can get the truck or trailer in. Tell us about the lane, gates, ground and parking.
We are having a ceremony at St. Mary's Church: can you cater afterwards?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall with access for the truck or trailer. We’d serve at the reception venue rather than at the church itself. Send us the reception address.
How big an event can you cater?
It depends on the menu and how long service runs, but our truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. For anything outside that, ask us.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan fillings, such as spiced mushrooms or black beans, can be part of the menu.
Can you do gluten-free food?
We can, using corn tortillas. Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, but some fillings, sauces and toppings may not be, so we check every dish and give allergen information.
Can you come to a private house?
That depends on access. If the truck or trailer cannot reach the garden, a drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission. Tell us about the space and we will advise.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates go first, so contact us early.
How does private food truck hire work?
We bring our truck or trailer to your venue, park in the agreed spot and serve your guests from the hatch. Only your guests are served.
Planning the serving area
Everything is served from our food truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear area for a queue at the hatch
- Firm, level ground or hardstanding where the truck or trailer can park
- Gate widths, overhead branches and soft ground checked in advance
Out-of-the-way places like Thorncross take a little more planning, so let us know about tracks, gates and power in good time.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
- 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