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Bar hire in Shellwood Cross
We bring a Mexican drinks bar with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and bar staff to Shellwood Cross and nearby, catering for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests.
- Garden get-togethers
- Festivals and fairs
- Client events and launches
Planning an event in Shellwood Cross?
Mexican bar hire in Shellwood Cross, from our food truck or trailer
Pair the bar with our Mexican catering for tacos, burritos and nachos, so food and drinks come from one booking. It works well for product launches and client events and weddings, day or evening, serving soft drinks, Mexican beer and margaritas.
For a country party near Shellwood Cross, a drinks bar in a garden or field sets the mood. Tell us about the ground, gates, power and water. You can book food, drinks or both, so the food and drinks can come from one caterer.
Before you choose a spot
We will agree the spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice in place
- Some distance from houses and neighbours
- Room for a queue
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise before you book.
Menu ideas
- Horchata
- Soft drinks
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Mexican beer
- Margaritas
- Fruit aguas frescas
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What happens on the day
A typical event goes like this: we park up and get ready, we open the hatch when you’re ready, and we serve your guests fresh for the agreed time. In December, the light goes in Shellwood Cross at about 3:55pm, so plan where guests will gather, and how it will be lit. Midsummer is the opposite, with daylight until about 9:20pm.
- 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Tell us what power and water the site has
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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How we price Mexican bar hire
These are the factors that matter most:
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Timings and hours
- Food, drinks or both
- How many guests we’re serving
Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you can choose what you need.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The date and rough timings
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- How we drive in and where we can park
Planning Mexican bar hire in Shellwood Cross? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll come back with ideas and a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Planning the bar
Some planning tips for the drinks:
- Ask your venue about its licence early
- Have plenty of water available
- Tell us when the bar should open and close
- Serve food alongside the drinks
We adapt if the timings shift.
Tell us what glassware you need and we’ll confirm the options with your quote.
A Mexican drinks bar in Shellwood Cross: local tips
Shellwood Cross is about 3 miles south-east of Dorking, in Surrey. Give us the address of your event in Shellwood Cross, and we will plan access and set-up. Shellwood Cross is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
Anyone leaving the car at home will want to know that Holmwood station is about 2.5 miles away. Historic buildings near Shellwood Cross often have strict rules for outside caterers, so ask early if that’s your venue. An outdoor bar near the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Shellwood Cross, needs firm ground and a way in, plus the right licensing, which we’ll check with you.
We cover events in every part of the RH2 postcode area and the streets around it. Close by, we cover events in Parkgate (1 mile south), Nalderswood (1 mile east), Newdigate (2 miles south), Norwood Hill (2 miles south-east) and Cudworth (2 miles south). We also cater in nearby towns such as Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (5 miles east), Redhill (5 miles north-east) and Ewell (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Reigate Priory Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (4.8 miles east). Not far away are Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
For event organisers in Shellwood Cross
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about access, and we will tell you honestly whether a truck or trailer will fit.
Is Mexican bar hire right for your event?
DIY drinks tables are easy but need constant topping up. A staffed bar keeps everything under control. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can feel generous.
Why us?
- Quoted for your event
- Access, space and power checked in advance
- Menus chosen with you
- Service planned around your numbers
Read our prices page and our guide to catering costs.
Who books Mexican bar hire in Shellwood Cross?
Tacos and margaritas belong together, so the bar suits a Mexican menu.
In Shellwood Cross and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Company summer parties
- Milestone birthdays
- End-of-year and Christmas parties
- Taco nights and themed parties
Once the ceremony at a church like Church of St Bartholomew is over, guests may be glad of a cold drink at the reception venue.
Before you book anyone
- If the price includes VAT
- Staff numbers and hours
- When payment is due
- Whether travel is included
The menu, item by item
Horchata
A comforting alcohol-free drink.
Mexican beer
Cold Mexican lager with lime, ideal with tacos.
FAQs for Shellwood Cross
Could you serve our guests after a service at Church of St Bartholomew?
Yes, at a garden, field or venue nearby where the truck or trailer can park. Service would be at the reception venue, not the church. Send us the reception address.
Is it possible to have you in Newdigate Brickworks?
It depends on the park’s owner, who would need to agree to a catering vehicle on site. Ask them first; if they say yes, we’ll send what they need from us.
What happens if it rains?
We can serve from the hatch in the rain. It’s worth planning a covered area for guests, and tell us if heavy rain could make the ground soft.
How much is a food truck for an event?
We quote for each event, based on what you actually need. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a quote.
Do we need a licence for the bar?
Alcohol at an event needs the venue’s premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice. We check the licensing with you before the day. See GOV.UK for Temporary Event Notices.
Do you do drinks only?
Yes. The bar can be booked on its own.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
Yes, a taco bar is one of the ways we serve. Tell us about your space and numbers and we’ll suggest the best set-up.
- 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