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Bar hire in Ditchling: margaritas and Mexican beer
From the moment the hatch opens to the end of service, Mexican drinks for your event, from margaritas to hibiscus agua de jamaica makes the serving truck part of your event in Ditchling.
- Wedding drinks receptions
- Product launches and client events
- Licensed festivals
Book Mexican bar hire in Ditchling
Ditchling: venues, access and licensing
Ditchling is about 3 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Events in Ditchling are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. Ditchling is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we can bring Mexican bar hire. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Ditchling to Brighton (6 miles away).
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Hassocks station, about 1.4 miles west. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Ditchling, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early. Ditchling is within about a mile of the South Downs National Park, a lovely setting for drinks outdoors. Ask your venue about vehicle access for the truck or trailer.
We serve at events all over BN6. We can cater an event on streets such as High Street, The Twitten and Charlton Gardens or the roads around them. For events just outside Ditchling, we cover Keymer (1 mile west), Westmeston (1 mile south), Hassocks (1 mile west), Clayton (2 miles south-west) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north), East Grinstead (15 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles south-west).
A little further out are Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (within half a mile west) and The Dene Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Ditchling Beacon and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Downlands Community School (1.1 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Hotel (within half a mile west)
About our Mexican bar hire in Ditchling
Our bar travels to events across Ditchling and nearby: from weddings and parties to work events. It suits engagement celebrations and wedding receptions and evening parties, with horchata, aguas frescas and margaritas.
Near Ditchling, a drinks bar suits a garden, barn or field party. Let us know about access and soft ground. Food and drinks can be booked together or separately, so the food and drinks can come from one caterer.
- Location
- Ditchling (BN6)
- County
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Extras
- Food from our food truck or trailer
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
Comparing your options
Wine and fizz are the usual choices. A Mexican bar feels relaxed and different. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we will set out what’s included.
What we offer in Ditchling
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- Events in Ditchling and across West Sussex
- Quoted for your event
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
Read our pricing or our guide to catering costs.
Where the truck can go in Ditchling
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A clear area in front of the bar
- Agreement from the venue for our bar
- Power and water, which we confirm with you for each booking
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Ditchling
- Mexican beer
- Horchata
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Soft drinks
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Margaritas
What Mexican bar hire costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of food and drinks
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- Parking and the route in
- Whether you need disposables
Catering from a truck or trailer can be a practical alternative to a sit-down meal, because it needs no venue kitchen. Contact us for a quote to compare.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What power and water the site has
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
How it works
The truck or trailer tends to draw a crowd, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. Rain doesn’t normally stop us serving, but guests will need somewhere covered. In December, the light goes in Ditchling at about 3:55pm, so an outdoor bar needs lighting from the start. At midsummer, by contrast, sunset is around 9:20pm.
- First, we check your date.
- We suggest margaritas, beer, aguas frescas and alcohol-free choices.
- We agree where the bar goes.
- The bar opens at the agreed time.
- We tidy up at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or BN6 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get menu ideas and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Ditchling
Which station should guests use for Ditchling?
The closest is Hassocks station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
Is Ditchling close to London?
About 40 miles from central London.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
We can. We offer dairy-free options.
Can guests build their own tacos?
Yes. We can set up a build-your-own taco bar, served from the truck or a serving table, with fillings, salsas and toppings to choose from. Read our taco bar guide.
Do you come to Ditchling?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Ditchling. To check your date, tell us about it on our contact page.
Who handles the licensing?
Alcohol at an event needs the venue’s premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice. We will talk licensing through with you. GOV.UK explains Temporary Event Notices.
Can we have the bar on its own?
Yes, though it pairs well with tacos. Our Mexican catering can be added too.
Can you run a bar?
Yes. Our drinks bar can be booked on its own or with food. We’ll check the licensing for alcohol with you.
Popular choices
Mexican beer
Cold Mexican lager with lime.
Soft drinks
A choice of soft drinks for drivers and children.
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.
You can host your own taco night for a crowd, but it takes planning. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
Planning drinks for every guest
To get the most from the bar, it helps to:
- Plan water alongside the bar
- Ask your venue about its licence early
- Include aguas frescas for non-drinkers
- Think about how guests get home
Responsible serving comes first: no alcohol for under-18s, and we may refuse service to anyone who has had too much.
Tell us what glassware you need and we’ll confirm the options with your quote.
Why choose Mexican bar hire in Ditchling?
Bar staff serve, so your hosts do not have to.
A truck or trailer works for big and small events alike. Common bookings include:
- Company summer parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden get-togethers
Couples leaving a church such as Ditchling Unitarian Chapel could be greeted with margaritas and aguas frescas at the reception.
What your quote should include
- Plates and napkins, or nothing at all
- The venue requirements
- Payment terms and deposit
- How bad weather is handled
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Other catering in Ditchling
- 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