Hampshire · England
Bar hire in Finkley
Something for every guest: options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A margarita bar with Mexican beer and alcohol-free aguas frescas in Finkley.
- Client events and launches
- Winter celebrations
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in Finkley?
About our Mexican bar hire in Finkley
There are always alcohol-free drinks on the bar, for drivers, children and anyone not drinking. At engagement celebrations and big birthday celebrations, we can serve alcohol-free drinks, agua de jamaica and soft drinks.
Near Finkley, a drinks bar suits gardens, barns and marquees, given access. Licensing for alcohol is checked with you beforehand. Guests are served from our truck or trailer, or from a serving table nearby, and we plan service so the queue keeps moving.
Your questions about Mexican bar hire in Finkley
Which station is closest to Finkley?
Andover station, about 2.4 miles south-west of the centre.
Is Finkley close to London?
About 61 miles from central London.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
That is confirmed with each quote. Let us know what the venue supplies.
Do you cook on site?
Fillings are slow-cooked in advance, then finished and kept hot on site. The tortillas are warmed on site, and the salsas and guacamole are made fresh.
Do you have vegan options?
Yes. We can include vegetarian and vegan fillings like black beans or spiced mushrooms.
Is there a minimum number of guests?
That depends on the menu and the service time, but our truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Tell us your numbers and we will advise.
Do you need electricity?
Let us know what’s available on site, such as a supply from the venue near where we will park, and we will confirm what we need with your quote.
More for events in Finkley
Comparing your options
Wine and fizz are classic but expected. Margaritas and Mexican beer feel more relaxed. Larger events can cost less per head, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
- Allergen information for every dish
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to catering costs.
What happens on the day
Serving is quick: we serve from the hatch or a serving station, so a crowd is looked after quickly. Afterwards we clear our area. Evening drinks in Finkley 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. For a bar running past dusk, ask the venue about outdoor lighting.
- You tell us the date, venue, guest numbers and the drinks you have in mind.
- We check the licensing with you: the venue’s licence or a Temporary Event Notice.
- We put together a drinks menu, with alcohol-free choices, and quote for it.
- On the day we set up the bar and our bar staff serve your guests.
- When the bar closes, we pack down and clear our area.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, use our quote form.
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Planning a drinks bar in Finkley
Finkley is about 2 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. Across the SP11 area, we can bring the truck or trailer to you, as long as there is access. Finkley is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Finkley to Southampton (22 miles away).
A drinks bar at a garden or hall near a church like Christ Church gives guests something to enjoy while photos are taken. Older venues around Finkley may restrict vehicles and outside drinks service, so confirm what’s allowed before you book.
Wherever your event is in SP11, we can bring Mexican bar hire to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. For events just outside Finkley, we cover Smannell (1 mile north-west), Finkley Down (1 mile south), Picket Piece (1 mile south-east), East Anton (1 mile south-west) and Little London (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles east), Winchester (13 miles south-east), Hyde (13 miles south-east), Tidworth (9 miles west), Weeke (12 miles south-east) and Kempshott (13 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Finkley Down Farm Museum (0.8 miles south) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Finkley includes Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
- Local schools include Winton Community Academy (1.7 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Oak pub (0.6 miles north-west)
Can I do a taco night myself?
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
You can set up your own drinks table, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
Drinks planning tips
A few tips to help the bar run smoothly:
- Give us numbers for children
- Check allergies with guests, including for drinks
- Pair the bar with hot food
- Have plenty of water available
We can give allergen information for every drink.
More bar staff for larger crowds.
What we need at the venue
Every venue is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Level, firm ground for the bar set-up
- Space for guests to queue at the bar
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Margaritas
- Mexican beer
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Horchata
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Soft drinks
Perfect for your event in Finkley
Tacos and margaritas belong together.
Whatever the occasion, the serving truck can be a highlight. We can cater:
- End-of-year and Christmas parties
- Product launches and client events
- Wedding drinks receptions
- Mexican-themed parties
Anyone leaving the car at home will want to know that Andover station is about 2.4 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- How bad weather is handled
- The deposit and payment dates
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
About the menu
Tamarind and fruit waters
Tamarind water and seasonal fruit waters.
Soft drinks
There is always something alcohol-free.
- 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