Hampshire · England
Bar hire in Upper Swanmore: margaritas and Mexican beer
From the moment the hatch opens to the end of service, Mexican drinks for your event, from margaritas to hibiscus agua de jamaica makes the serving truck part of your event in Upper Swanmore.
- Festivals and fairs
- End-of-year and Christmas parties
- Birthday parties
Mexican bar hire near Upper Swanmore
Planning the serving area
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We look for:
- A spot away from neighbours’ windows if the bar runs late
- Firm, level ground where we can set up
- Space for guests to queue at the bar
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Horchata
- Margaritas
- Soft drinks
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Mexican beer
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
About our Mexican bar hire in Upper Swanmore
Serving alcohol at events needs a licence: either the venue’s premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice. We talk licensing through with you before the day. It works well for licensed festivals and garden parties, serving alcohol-free drinks, aguas frescas and horchata.
In a rural spot like Upper Swanmore, drinks can be served from our truck or trailer in a garden, field or by a marquee, given access. We will talk licensing through with you. We serve from the hatch of our truck or trailer, or from a serving station, and we plan the service around your numbers.
Upper Swanmore: venues, access and licensing
Upper Swanmore is about 6 miles north-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. For an event in Upper Swanmore, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access in and around Upper Swanmore. We serve in 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Upper Swanmore to Southampton (about 10 miles away).
If you are looking at a historic venue around Upper Swanmore, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early. A drinks bar at a garden or hall near a church like Church of St Barnabas gives guests something to enjoy while photos are taken.
Anywhere in SO32, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Vicarage Lane, Green Lane and Well Lane or a nearby road, we can bring Mexican bar hire there, given access. Nearby, we also cater events in Hill Grove (1 mile south), Swanmore (1 mile south-west), The Hangers (1 mile north-west), Droxford (2 miles north-east) and Dean (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (10 miles north-west), Gosport (10 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles west), Fareham (7 miles south) and Horndean (8 miles south-east).
A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (1.9 miles west) and Knowle Hospital (5.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include St Clair's Meadow and Beacon Hill.
- Schools near Upper Swanmore include Swanmore College of Technology (1.1 miles south-west)
What happens on the day
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, get the serving area ready, and get on with serving. Sunset in Upper Swanmore is around 9:20pm 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.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- We talk through licensing with you.
- We agree a drinks menu.
- Our bar staff serve your guests at the agreed times.
- We clear the bar at the end.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
- Tell us when you want service to start
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Guest numbers
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- What the venue already provides
- Your choice of food and drinks
Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so share your ideas with us. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Your date and when you want service to start
- A picture of where we’d park
- Your menu ideas
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Tips for a smooth bar
Some planning tips for the drinks:
- Tell us how many guests are under 18
- Ask your venue about its licence early
- Share bar opening times
- Share taxi numbers with guests
When the bar closes, we pack down and clear our area.
Add our Mexican catering for tacos, burritos and nachos.
FAQs for Upper Swanmore
Which station is closest to Upper Swanmore?
Guests can use Botley station, about 4.4 miles south-west of Upper Swanmore.
Is Upper Swanmore close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it.
Do you provide bar staff?
Our bar staff run the bar. They serve responsibly.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, they’re part of the planning from the start. Tell us your numbers when you ask for a quote.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our own area when service is finished. Ask us if you’d like help with anything else.
Do you follow the rules on serving alcohol?
Yes. No alcohol is served to under-18s, and we may refuse service to anyone who has had too much.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
What do you serve?
Mexican street food: tacos, taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas, with salsas, guacamole and toppings. We also run a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
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A closer look at the menu
Agua de jamaica
Agua de jamaica is bright and refreshing.
Tamarind and fruit waters
Tamarind water and seasonal fruit waters, light and refreshing.
How it compares
Wine and fizz are classic but expected. Margaritas and Mexican beer feel more relaxed. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book with us
- Allergen information for every dish
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
- A menu built around your guests
- Service planned around your numbers
Take a look at how we price and what Mexican catering costs.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, and handles allergen information for you.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- 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