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Bar hire in Appleford-on-Thames
A menu that works for every guest: options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A margarita bar with Mexican beer and alcohol-free aguas frescas in Appleford-on-Thames.
- End-of-year parties
- Anniversaries and engagements
- Work celebrations
Mexican bar hire in Appleford-on-Thames
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Add our food for tacos, burritos and nachos with the drinks, so you deal with one team. It works well for licensed festivals and end-of-year and Christmas parties, serving alcohol-free drinks, margaritas and Mexican beer.
In a rural spot like Appleford-on-Thames, drinks can be served from our food truck or trailer in a garden, field or by a marquee, as long as we can get in. Licensing for alcohol is checked with you beforehand. Everything is prepared fresh for your event and served from our truck or trailer.
- Area
- Appleford-on-Thames (OX14)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Extras
- Tacos, burritos and nachos
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
How the day works
When service finishes, we pack down and clear our own area. We agree set-up and pack-down times with you and your venue. Evening drinks in Appleford-on-Thames stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, so a summer drinks bar can run into the evening in daylight. String lights or lanterns near the hatch make a later bar easier to find.
- You tell us the date, venue, guest numbers and the drinks you have in mind.
- We talk through licensing with you, whether that is the venue’s licence or a Temporary Event Notice.
- We suggest a drinks list and send a quote.
- We arrive, set up and serve margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
- We pack away when the bar shuts and leave the area tidy.
Before we arrive
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. When you are ready, tell us about it on our contact page.
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A Mexican drinks bar in Appleford-on-Thames: local tips
Appleford-on-Thames is about 2 miles north of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We serve at events in homes, gardens and venues in Appleford-on-Thames and the surrounding area. We cater in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 8 miles away.
Historic houses near Appleford-on-Thames include Clifton Hampden Manor (1.9 miles north-east) and Brightwell Manor (3.7 miles south-east). Grand houses and estates tend to have firm rules on alcohol and outside bars, so raise the drinks bar with them early. Guests travelling by rail: Appleford station is in Appleford-on-Thames itself.
For Mexican bar hire in OX14, we plan around your venue and the route in and timings. Local streets include Chambrai Close, Church Street and Main 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 Long Wittenham (1 mile east), Culham (1 mile north-west), Sutton Courtenay (2 miles west), Clifton Hampden (2 miles north-east) and Didcot (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Oxford (8 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles north-west), Witney (15 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (8 miles south-west) and Grove (8 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Pendon Museum (1 mile east) and FitzHarris Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Appleford-on-Thames include Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
- Pubs nearby include Carpenters Arms (within half a mile south-east)
Drinks planning tips
To get the most from the bar, it helps to:
- Tell us when the bar should open and close
- Let us know how many non-drinkers to expect
- Plan alcohol-free drinks for drivers
- Make sure there is water for guests
We arrive in good time to set up the bar, so drinks are ready when you are.
Extra bar staff for busy events.
Occasions we cater for in Appleford-on-Thames
Alcohol-free guests get more than squash.
Whatever the occasion, the serving truck can be a highlight. We can cater:
- Milestone birthdays
- Launch parties
- Licensed festivals
- Garden get-togethers
Historic buildings near Appleford-on-Thames often have strict rules for outside caterers, so ask early if that is your venue.
Questions to ask before you book
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for each dish
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A flat, firm spot for the bar
- The venue’s permission for an outside bar
- The right licence for alcohol: the venue’s licence or a Temporary Event Notice
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Margaritas
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Soft drinks
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Horchata
- Mexican beer
Why choose Mexican bar hire in Appleford-on-Thames?
Wine and fizz are classic but expected. Margaritas and Mexican beer feel more relaxed. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so tell us about the venue when you ask for a quote. The full price is confirmed in your quote.
Why book with us
- Allergen-aware menus
- Quick, friendly service from the hatch
- A plan agreed before the day
- Every guest catered for, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan included
See how we price and our guide to catering costs.
Appleford-on-Thames: your questions answered
Which station is closest to Appleford-on-Thames?
Appleford station, in Appleford-on-Thames itself.
How far is Appleford-on-Thames from central London?
It’s about 50 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
What does a Mexican bar cost?
Every bar is quoted for individually, depending on guests, drinks and timings. For a price, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
Do you do a taco bar?
Yes, a taco bar is one of the ways we serve. Tell us about your space and numbers and we’ll suggest the best set-up.
Who handles the licensing?
It depends on the venue. If the venue has no licence, a Temporary Event Notice may be needed. We talk it through with you.
Can we have the bar on its own?
Of course. Our Mexican catering can be added too.
Do you have gluten-free options?
Yes, with 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.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t usually stop service from the truck or trailer. It’s worth planning a covered area for guests, and tell us if heavy rain could make the ground soft.
What Mexican bar hire costs
Contact us for a quote, which reflects:
- Guest numbers
- What’s on the menu
- Whether you need disposables
- How long we are needed on site
Larger events can cost less per head, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Expected numbers
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- A picture of where we’d park
- Where the event is
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Appleford-on-Thames, and we will suggest a menu to suit.
The menu, item by item
Margaritas
Tequila, lime and orange liqueur over ice.
Soft drinks
There’s always something alcohol-free.
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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.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide the information the landowner or council asks for from us.
- 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