East Sussex · England
Mexican Bar Hire for Shortgate events
A menu that works 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 Shortgate.
- Fairs and community events
- Staff parties
- Milestone birthdays
Mexican bar hire in Shortgate
About our Mexican bar hire in Shortgate
Responsible serving matters to us: alcohol-free drinks on offer, and no alcohol for anyone under 18. We serve aguas frescas, horchata and agua de jamaica, and it’s a good fit for end-of-year and Christmas parties and fairs and community events.
Near Shortgate, a drinks bar suits gardens, barns and marquees, as long as we can get in. Licensing for alcohol is checked with you beforehand. Food and drinks can be booked together or separately, so the food and drinks can come from one caterer.
- Where
- Shortgate (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Add-ons
- Tacos, taco bars and burrito bowls
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Contact us for a quote, which reflects:
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Timings and hours
There is no one-size-fits-all price for Mexican bar hire. A short lunch service for a team is a different job from a full wedding day. Your quote sets it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- How we drive in and where we can park
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d park
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.
What’s on the menu
Tamarind and fruit waters
Fruit waters and tamarind.
Margaritas
Tequila, lime and orange liqueur over ice, with or without a salted rim.
How it works
We work to your timings. If things run behind, tell us and we’ll adjust the start of service where we can. Winter receptions in Shortgate are dark by about 3:55pm in December, so an outdoor bar needs lighting from the start. Midsummer is the opposite, with daylight until about 9:15pm.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- We talk through licensing with you.
- We agree a drinks menu.
- We serve drinks responsibly on the day.
- We pack down when the bar closes.
How to prepare
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
Get a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, food or drinks or both, and the access. When you are ready, tell us about it on our contact page.
Related guides
Events we cater in Shortgate
A themed bar adds a talking point.
Big or small, a truck or trailer works well. Typical bookings include:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Birthday parties
- Wedding receptions and evening parties
- Launch parties
Guests travelling by rail: Uckfield station is about 3.9 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Staff numbers and hours
- Space, access, power and water needs
- A food hygiene rating you can check
- What the price includes, item by item
Planning a drinks bar in Shortgate
Shortgate is about 4 miles south of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Tell us where your event in Shortgate will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up. We cover 289 places in East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater right across the region, from Shortgate to Brighton (about 12 miles away).
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Shortgate, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early. Close to Shortgate are historic houses such as Glyndebourne (3.5 miles south-west) and Glynde Place (4 miles south-west). Before booking a historic venue, find out whether it lets an outside bar bring a vehicle on site. With the South Downs National Park within about 6 miles, a countryside drinks reception is an option. Check how the venue handles outside bars and vehicles.
This part of East Sussex takes in BN8, and we can cater your event anywhere in it with access for the truck or trailer. Close by, we cover events in Halland (1 mile north-east), East Hoathly (2 miles east), Whitesmith (2 miles east), Chiddingly (3 miles east) and Framfield (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (7 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Uckfield Community Hospital (3.6 miles north) and Tickerage Castle (4.1 miles north). The countryside around Shortgate includes Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.
Drinks planning tips
To get the most from the bar, it helps to:
- Plan alcohol-free drinks for drivers
- Find out if you need a Temporary Event Notice
- Ensure there is water for guests
- Tell us how many guests are under 18
We set up the bar before guests arrive.
Soft drinks for drivers.
Common questions in Shortgate
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and catering, so check with yours. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
How far is Shortgate from central London?
About 41 miles from central London.
Do you do parties at home?
That depends on access. A drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission, if the garden itself is out of reach. Send us a picture and we will talk it through.
How much space do you need?
Access and level ground matter most: a firm spot for the truck or trailer, room for a queue and, for a taco bar, space for a serving table. If in doubt, send us a photo of the space and the way in.
Can children have drinks from the bar?
Always. Aguas frescas such as agua de jamaica and horchata are alcohol-free, along with soft drinks.
Who clears up?
We clear our own area when service is finished. For anything beyond that, such as guests’ tables, ask us.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
Yes, on request. Tell us how many guests need dairy-free food, and we’ll include them in the plan.
How long do you serve for?
We get there well before service to set up. Serving times are agreed with you in advance, along with pack-down.
How it compares
A self-service drinks table is simple but can run dry or go warm. Bar staff keep drinks flowing and cold. Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you choose what goes in.
Why us?
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- A menu agreed with you
- Allergen-aware menus
- We cover Shortgate and the whole of East Sussex
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about access, and we’ll let you know if it’s a good fit.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Can I do a taco night myself?
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, and handles allergen information for you.
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone still has to mix, pour and keep an eye on it all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
Nearby places to Shortgate
Also in Shortgate
- 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