Hampshire · England
Bar hire in Rowlands Castle
Mobile Mexican Catering brings margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas served by our bar staff to Rowlands Castle and nearby, catering for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests.
- Staff parties
- Licensed festivals
- Garden parties
Mexican bar hire near Rowlands Castle
About our Mexican bar hire in Rowlands Castle
Aguas frescas are Mexico’s fresh fruit and flower drinks: agua de jamaica made with hibiscus, horchata, tamarind and fruit waters. They’re alcohol-free, so every guest can enjoy them. It suits birthday parties and fairs and community events, with Mexican beer, horchata and aguas frescas.
In Rowlands Castle, a drinks bar works at home or in a local hall. Aguas frescas and soft drinks cover guests who aren’t drinking alcohol. You will know what’s included before you book: menu, timings and any add-ons.
Rowlands Castle: venues, access and licensing
Rowlands Castle is about 2 miles north-east of Havant, in Hampshire. From the centre of Rowlands Castle to the outskirts, Mexican bar hire works the same way: fresh service from our food truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. Rowlands Castle is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we can bring Mexican bar hire. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Rowlands Castle to Southampton (about 19 miles away).
Close to Rowlands Castle are historic houses such as Warblington Castle (3 miles south). Many listed venues control who serves drinks on their premises, so ask yours what it allows. Guests travelling by rail: Rowlands Castle station is in Rowlands Castle itself. With the South Downs National Park within about 7 miles, a countryside drinks reception is an option. Check how the venue handles outside bars and vehicles.
For Mexican bar hire in PO9, we plan around your venue and the route in and your guests. Streets in the area include Stansted Close, College Close and Redhill Road, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. Nearby, we also cater events in Durrants (1 mile south), Leigh Park (2 miles south-west), Havant (2 miles south-west), Denvilles (2 miles south) and Westbourne (2 miles south-east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Gosport (10 miles south-west), Fareham (10 miles west), Hedge End (15 miles west), Waterlooville (3 miles west), Petersfield (8 miles north) and Purbrook (3 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Havant War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles south-west) and Havant Museum (2.7 miles south). Open spaces near Rowlands Castle include Compton Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
- Local pubs include Robin Hood Inn (less than half a mile north-east)
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Events we cater in Rowlands Castle
We check the licensing with you, so there are no surprises.
In Rowlands Castle and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement celebrations
- Mexican-themed parties
- Summer garden parties
- Work celebrations
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Rowlands Castle, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the price includes, item by item
- Payment terms and deposit
- The wet-weather plan
- How each diet is kept separate
Before you choose a spot
We serve from a truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Power and water arrangements, confirmed with each booking
- A flat, firm spot for the bar
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Menu ideas
- Horchata
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Margaritas
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Mexican beer
- Soft drinks
Should I do it myself?
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.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, with allergen information for every dish.
A closer look at the menu
Horchata
A comforting alcohol-free drink.
Agua de jamaica
Hibiscus water, sweet and tart.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send what the landowner or council needs from us.
What affects the price in Rowlands Castle
We quote for your event, and the price is based on:
- Food, drinks or both
- Staff for serving and the bar
- What’s on the menu
- What the venue already provides
Catering from a truck or trailer can be a practical alternative to a sit-down meal, because it needs no venue kitchen. Ask us for a quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and rough timings
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Tips for a smooth bar
To get the most from the bar, it helps to:
- Share taxi numbers with guests
- Agree bar timings in advance
- Find out if you need a Temporary Event Notice
- Make sure drivers have good choices
Our bar staff serve throughout the agreed hours, and keep the bar tidy.
A choice of soft drinks.
How it works
When we arrive, we park the truck or trailer in the agreed spot and set up. We’re ready to serve at the agreed time, so everything runs to your schedule. At midsummer, it’s light in Rowlands Castle until about 9:20pm, ideal for drinks outdoors. By late September, sunset is about 7:05pm, and in December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so plan lighting around the bar.
- We check availability.
- You get a suggested drinks list.
- We confirm power, water and the bar spot.
- The bar opens at the agreed time.
- We tidy up at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Give us a contact for the day
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Common questions in Rowlands Castle
Which station should guests use for Rowlands Castle?
Rowlands Castle has its own station: Rowlands Castle station.
Could you serve our guests after a service at The Church on the Green?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall with access for the truck or trailer. Service would be at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
What happens if it rains?
The truck or trailer can serve in the rain, but your guests will want somewhere covered, like a marquee or gazebo.
How much does Mexican bar hire cost in Rowlands Castle?
We quote for each event, so the price fits what you want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, we run a Mexican drinks bar, serving margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas such as hibiscus and horchata, and soft drinks. Alcohol at an event may need a licence, such as a premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice, so we will talk licensing through with you.
Can we book the bar without food?
Yes, though it pairs well with tacos. Ask about adding tacos and burritos.
Do you need power and water?
Tell us what the site has, such as a supply from the venue near where we will park, and we will confirm the arrangements with your quote.
Do you provide bar staff?
We bring bar staff.
- 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