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Mexican drinks bar in Chelwood Gate, West Sussex
We bring a Mexican drinks bar with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and bar staff to Chelwood Gate and nearby, catering for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests.
- Mexican-themed parties
- Garden parties
- Fairs and community events
Get a quote for Mexican bar hire in Chelwood Gate
How our Mexican bar hire works in Chelwood Gate
Soft drinks and alcohol-free choices are always part of the bar, so drivers and non-drinkers are not left with tap water. It suits end-of-year parties and engagement and anniversary parties, serving agua de jamaica, soft drinks and aguas frescas.
Near Chelwood Gate, a drinks bar suits a garden, barn or field party. Let us know about access and soft ground. We’ll check the space, access and power with you before the day, so set-up goes smoothly.
- Location
- Chelwood Gate (RH17)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guests
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Add-ons
- Tacos, taco bars and burrito bowls
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Where the truck can go in Chelwood Gate
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Details of power and water on site
- Access to unload close to the bar spot
- A spot away from neighbours’ windows if the bar runs late
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Horchata
- Mexican beer
- Margaritas
- Soft drinks
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Fruit aguas frescas
FAQs for Chelwood Gate
Do you cater in villages like Chelwood Gate?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Let us know about access and parking for the truck or trailer.
Do you cater in the High Weald National Landscape?
We do, where the venue allows a catering vehicle. Lanes can be narrow and ground soft, so tell us how we’d get in.
Where do you cater?
We cover London and the South East, including West Sussex. Find your area.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our own area when service is finished. Ask us if you’d like help with anything else.
Do you need power and water?
Tell us what the site has, for example a supply from the venue, and we will confirm what we need with your quote.
Can you do gluten-free food?
Yes, we offer gluten-free options, using corn tortillas. Tell us about any coeliac guests before the event so we can explain how we prepare their food. See are corn tortillas gluten-free?
Do you come to Chelwood Gate?
We do. We serve at events in Chelwood Gate and across West Sussex. Send us your date to check availability.
How is the food prepared?
Food is cooked to order in our truck or trailer, or served from a build-your-own taco bar. Slow-cooked fillings are prepared in advance and kept hot on site.
Prices and what affects them
Pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- What’s on the menu
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- How many guests we’re serving
- Serving staff
Pricing depends on the event. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Your quote sets it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Where the event is
- A picture of where we’d park
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- Expected numbers
Planning Mexican bar hire in Chelwood Gate? Send us the details and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just drop us a line using the enquiry form.
Comparing your options
If you’re serving Mexican food, a Mexican drinks bar is the natural partner. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What you get with us
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- A clear quote
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
- Allergen-aware menus
For event organisers in Chelwood Gate
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Events we cater in Chelwood Gate
You can book it with or without catering.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. People in Chelwood Gate can book us for events such as:
- Mexican-themed parties
- Garden get-togethers
- End-of-year and Christmas parties
- Engagement celebrations
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Chelwood Gate, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- A food hygiene rating you can check
- When final numbers are due
What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we arrive and set up, we open the hatch when you’re ready, and we serve your guests fresh for the agreed time. Evening drinks in Chelwood Gate stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor bar. For a bar running past dusk, ask the venue about outdoor lighting.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- We talk through licensing with you.
- We agree a drinks menu.
- We serve drinks responsibly on the day.
- We pack down when the bar closes.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, food or drinks or both, and the access. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Should I do it myself?
You can set up your own drinks table, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. Booking a caterer means you can relax with everyone else.
A Mexican drinks bar in Chelwood Gate: local tips
Chelwood Gate is about 6 miles south of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. For an event in Chelwood Gate, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access in and around Chelwood Gate. We cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 16 miles away.
If the service is at a church such as Chelwood Gate Church, the bar would be set up at the reception venue rather than the church. Close to Chelwood Gate are historic houses such as Priest House (3.8 miles north-west) and Standen (4 miles north-west). Many listed venues control who serves drinks on their premises, so ask yours what it allows. The High Weald National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Chelwood Gate, a lovely setting for drinks outdoors. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the truck or trailer.
We cater events across the RH17 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Beaconsfield Road, Stone Quarry Road and Isle of Thorns, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. If your venue is just outside Chelwood Gate, we also cover Chelwood Common (1 mile south), Birchgrove (1 mile west), Wych Cross (1 mile north), Danehill (2 miles south-west) and Nutley (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (10 miles north-west), Horsham (15 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-west), East Grinstead (6 miles north) and Broadfield (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Waterbury Castle (2.6 miles west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (5.9 miles east). Not far away are Brickfield Meadow.
Tips for a smooth bar
A few tips to help the bar run smoothly:
- Make sure there is water for guests
- Give the council notice in good time for a Temporary Event Notice
- Add food if the bar runs for a while
- Tell us how many guests are under 18
If timings change, tell us and we’ll adjust.
Extra bar staff for busy events.
Towns and villages near Chelwood Gate
What else we do in Chelwood Gate
- 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