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Mexican drinks bar in Old Wives Lees, Kent
A margarita bar with Mexican beer and alcohol-free aguas frescas in Old Wives Lees, served from our truck or trailer, at your venue, garden or site.
- Staff parties
- Themed celebrations
- Product launches and client events
Book Mexican bar hire in Old Wives Lees
How our Mexican bar hire works in Old Wives Lees
The margarita is the star of the bar: lime, tequila and orange liqueur, served cold. At wedding drinks receptions and taco nights and themed parties, we can serve alcohol-free drinks, agua de jamaica and horchata.
For a country party near Old Wives Lees, a drinks bar in a garden or field sets the mood. Tell us about the ground, gates, power and water. Everything is prepared fresh for your event and served from our food truck or trailer.
Popular choices
Tamarind and fruit waters
Tamarind water and seasonal fruit waters.
Horchata
Horchata is popular with all ages; ask us about allergens.
Nearby places to Old Wives Lees
What else we do in Old Wives Lees
How it works
The truck or trailer tends to draw a crowd, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. We can serve in the rain, though guests will want somewhere covered to stand or sit. Sunset in Old Wives Lees is around 9:15pm in 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.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We talk through licensing with you.
- We agree a drinks menu.
- We serve drinks responsibly on the day.
- We clear the bar at the end.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the truck or trailer
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
Get a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you will get menu ideas and a price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Space, access and the venue
Many gardens, fields and venues can take a truck or trailer, but a few things matter:
- Space for guests to queue at the bar
- Access to unload close to the bar spot
- Level, firm ground for the bar set-up
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Old Wives Lees
- Soft drinks
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Margaritas
- Horchata
- Mexican beer
Why choose Mexican bar hire in Old Wives Lees?
It is ideal for warm evenings.
Here are some of the events we cater:
- Staff parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Client events and launches
- Big birthday celebrations
Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Chilham station, about 0.8 miles south-east.
Before you book anyone
- The deadline for final numbers
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- How each diet is kept separate
Drinks bars for events in Old Wives Lees
Old Wives Lees is about 5 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. From the centre of Old Wives Lees to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh service from our truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. We cover 922 places across Kent.
Once the ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary is over, guests may be glad of a cold drink at the reception venue. If you’re looking at a historic venue around Old Wives Lees, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early. An outdoor bar near the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Old Wives Lees, needs firm ground and a way in, plus the right licensing, which we will check with you.
Anywhere in CT4, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. That could mean an event at a home with a drive on Cherry Orchard, Cobbs Hill and Green Lane. Other places close to Old Wives Lees for Mexican bar hire include Chilham (1 mile south), Mountain Street (1 mile south), Oversland (2 miles north), Neames Forstal (2 miles north-west) and Shottenden (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (9 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (7 miles north) and Faversham (5 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Chilham Castle (0.9 miles south-west) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.1 miles east). Open spaces near Old Wives Lees include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Star Inn (within half a mile north-west)
FAQs for Old Wives Lees
Is Old Wives Lees close to London?
It is about 49 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Do you come out to small places like Old Wives Lees?
Yes, we cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking for the truck or trailer.
What drinks do you serve?
Margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas, plus soft drinks. We plan the list with you.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you do drinks only?
Yes, though it pairs well with tacos. Ask about adding tacos and burritos.
Can you serve in the rain?
The truck or trailer can serve in the rain, but your guests will want somewhere covered, like a marquee or gazebo.
Do you have a licence to sell alcohol?
That depends on your venue. Some venues have a premises licence; others need a Temporary Event Notice. We will talk licensing through with you.
How many guests can you serve?
Our truck and trailer service normally suits events of around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller parties are quoted case by case, and festivals can be larger. Send us your numbers and we’ll advise.
Drinks planning tips
A few tips to help the bar run smoothly:
- Pair the bar with hot food
- Share bar opening times
- Let us know how many non-drinkers to expect
- Ensure there is water for guests
There are always alcohol-free options, including aguas frescas.
More bar staff for larger crowds, quoted for your event.
Should I do it myself?
Some hosts like to do it themselves. The usual problems are cold tortillas, running out of a popular filling and a host stuck at the stove. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the serving.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
For event organisers in Old Wives Lees
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Old Wives Lees? A truck or trailer serves a crowd quickly, with options for most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Mexican bar hire or something else?
Leaving guests to bring their own is easy but unpredictable. A staffed bar means everyone is served. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the length of service, along with extras and where your event is. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- Fast service, even with a queue
Take a look at how we price and our guide to catering costs.
- 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