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Mexican drinks bar in Fords Farm, Reading
Planning Mexican bar hire in Fords Farm? We bring the truck or trailer, the ingredients and the kit, and look after your guests on the day.
- Festivals and fairs
- Company summer parties
- Garden parties
Mexican bar hire in Fords Farm
The process
A typical event goes like this: we park up and get ready, service opens at the agreed time, and we serve your guests fresh for the agreed time. By late September, sunset in Fords Farm comes at roughly 7:10pm, so margaritas after that will be served under lights. In late May, it stays light until about 8:55pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and what you’d like to serve.
- We check the licensing with you: the venue’s licence or a Temporary Event Notice.
- We suggest a drinks list and send a quote.
- On the day we set up the bar and our bar staff serve your guests.
- We pack away when the bar shuts and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send a quick message through our quote form.
Planning help
About our Mexican bar hire in Fords Farm
Mexican beer is served cold, with a wedge of lime if guests like. It works well for fairs and community events and mexican-themed parties, serving agua de jamaica, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
In Fords Farm, a drinks bar works at home or in a local hall. Aguas frescas and soft drinks cover guests who aren’t drinking alcohol. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
Should I do it myself?
A DIY taco night works well for a small group. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles allergen information for you.
Some hosts like to do it themselves. Common snags are cold tortillas, uneven quantities and the host missing the party. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us serve.
What affects the price in Fords Farm
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- What the venue already provides
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- Distance and access to the venue
- The menu you choose
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- Your date and when you want service to start
- Diets and allergies you know about
Send us the date, your venue or RG30 postcode and guest numbers, plus any dietary needs, and you’ll get menu ideas and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning the bar
To get the most from the bar, it helps to:
- Ensure drivers have good choices
- Share bar opening times
- Give the council notice in good time for a Temporary Event Notice
- Think about how guests get home
We set up the bar before guests arrive, so drinks are ready when you are.
Tell us what glassware you need and we’ll set out the options.
FAQs for Fords Farm
Which station should guests use for Fords Farm?
Guests can use Reading Green Park station, about 1.4 miles south-east of Fords Farm.
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Matthew's?
Yes. The church itself isn’t where we’d set up, but a hall, field or garden close by with room for the truck or trailer can work well. Let us know the reception address and we will check the access.
Do you provide allergen information for each dish?
Yes. Tell us about allergies when you book. Under UK rules, caterers must give information on 14 allergens, and we give it for every dish (Food Standards Agency guidance). For severe allergies, please talk to us first.
What food and drinks do you offer?
Mexican street food: tacos, taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas, plus salsas, guacamole and toppings. We also run a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
Do you do a taco bar?
Yes. A build-your-own taco bar can be served from the truck or a serving station, with fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will suggest mild options.
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 let us know if the ground gets soft after heavy rain.
How spicy is the food?
It is up to you: we can keep it mild and put the hotter salsas on the side. Read more about how spicy Mexican food is.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Level, firm ground for the bar set-up
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- A clear area in front of the bar
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Horchata
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Margaritas
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Soft drinks
- Mexican beer
A Mexican drinks bar in Fords Farm: local tips
Fords Farm is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. For Mexican bar hire in Fords Farm, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access. We serve in all 34 towns and villages across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you are looking at a historic venue around Fords Farm, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early. Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (3.1 miles north). Many listed venues control who serves drinks on their premises, so ask yours what it allows.
This part of Reading takes in RG30 and RG31. Your event could be at a home on Low Lane, Mill Lane and Bath Road or the roads around them. Close by, we cover events in Horncastle (1 mile north), Southcote (1 mile east), Burghfield Bridge (1 mile south), Beansheaf Farm (1 mile west) and Calcot (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Caversham (4 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (3 miles north-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east) and Sonning Common (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (1.7 miles north-east) and Beaumys Castle (4.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Fords Farm include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and South Lake.
- Local schools include Prospect School (0.5 miles north-east) and Elvian School (1.1 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Cunning Man pub (0.6 miles south)
Who books Mexican bar hire in Fords Farm?
Aguas frescas mean non-drinkers get something special too.
In Fords Farm and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Engagement celebrations
- Birthday parties
- Company summer parties
- Client events and launches
Guests travelling by rail: Reading Green Park station is about 1.4 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- The deadline for final numbers
- What happens if it rains
- How each diet is kept separate
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Working with your venue
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so everyone is served promptly. Let us know how long the break is.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Popular choices
Horchata
Horchata is popular with all ages; ask us about allergens.
Margaritas
A classic margarita, served cold.
Also near Fords Farm
Other catering in Fords Farm
- 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