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Event caterers in Chelsham
Something for every guest: options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A Mexican street-food truck for festivals, fairs, markets and community events for events in Chelsham.
- Village fairs
- Food and music festivals
- Outdoor screenings
Planning an event in Chelsham?
Mexican street food in Chelsham, from our food truck or trailer
A taco stall covers many diets at once: there are vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, with corn tortillas. That helps organisers balance the line-up. Popular choices include loaded nachos, quesadillas and tacos, and it is a good fit for food markets and food and music festivals.
A fête near Chelsham might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll confirm the arrangements. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so there are no surprises on arrival.
Chelsham events: pitches and permissions
Chelsham is about 3 miles north-east of Caterham, in Surrey. Across the CR6 area, we can bring the truck or trailer to you. We cater in 395 places across Surrey, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is London, about 13 miles away.
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, a taco truck adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. For visitors coming by rail, Woldingham station is about 1.9 miles away.
For Mexican street food in CR6, we plan around your venue and the route in and timings. That could mean an event at a home with a drive on Chelsham Common and Chelsham Road or the roads around them. Other places close to Chelsham for Mexican street food include Farleigh (1 mile north), Warlingham (1 mile west), Hamsey Green (1 mile west), Fickleshole (1 mile north-east) and New Addington (2 miles north). We also cater in nearby towns such as Epsom (10 miles west), Horley (11 miles south-west), Redhill (8 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles west), Reigate (9 miles south-west) and Caterham (3 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Warlingham Park Hospital (under half a mile north) and East Surrey Museum (3 miles south-west). Not far away are Hutchinson's Bank and Nore Hill.
- Schools near Chelsham include Warlingham School (1.6 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Hare & Hounds pub (0.7 miles south-west)
FAQs for Chelsham
Is it possible to have you in Ledgers Wood?
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.
Can you trade at a school fair in Chelsham?
We can, as long as the school agrees and the truck or trailer can reach the pitch. Tell us the date, the site and roughly how many visitors you expect.
Do you need power and water?
Let us know what’s available on site, such as a supply from the venue near where we will park, and we will confirm what we need with your quote.
Can you serve alcohol at our event?
Our drinks bar can be added where the event’s licensing allows. We’ll talk licensing through with you.
Are plates and napkins included?
Please ask us. Let us know what you already have, and we’ll confirm what’s included with your quote.
Do you give allergen information?
Yes. Tell us about allergies when you book. UK law requires caterers to provide information on 14 allergens, and we give it for every dish (Food Standards Agency guidance). For severe allergies, please talk to us first.
Can vegans eat at your stall?
Yes, always. Vegan fillings such as spiced mushrooms or black beans are on the menu.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
We can. Dairy-free options are part of our menus, and we’ll tell you which dishes contain milk.
How it works
We get there well before you want to serve, set up the truck or trailer and get everything ready. When service opens, guests come up to the hatch or serving table. At midsummer, events in Chelsham stay light until about 9:20pm, which helps evening trading. Winter markets, dark by about 3:55pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Tell us about the event and pitch.
- We confirm our menu, pitch needs and paperwork.
- We arrive and set up at the agreed time.
- We serve to order through the event.
- We clear and leave the pitch clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
Ask for a quote
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, plus any dietary needs, and we’ll reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, send a quick message through our quote form.
Planning help
For event organisers in Chelsham
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
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.
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- Distance and access to the venue
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- The menu you choose
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
What we need to know
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the space, if it is a garden or field
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. To send your details, use our quote form.
Occasions we cater for in Chelsham
A taco truck brings people into the food area.
Whatever you are celebrating in Chelsham, the serving truck can be a highlight. We’re happy to cater:
- Outdoor cinema and theatre nights
- Food and music festivals
- Fundraisers and fêtes
- Community events and open days
If you are organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as Warlingham Village Primary School, a taco truck can be a crowd-pleaser.
Comparing caterers
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- What happens if it rains
- Whether VAT is included
- A clear list of what’s included
A closer look at the menu
Vegan tacos
Fillings such as spiced mushrooms or black beans.
Loaded nachos
Nachos are great for groups.
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Room for the truck or trailer and customers
- Trader information and site rules
- Your arrangements for power, water and waste
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Mexican street food or something else?
For a stall that adds atmosphere, a Mexican food truck is a strong choice. Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so tell us what you have in mind. We will suggest options to suit your budget.
What we offer in Chelsham
- Book food, drinks or both
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- A plan agreed before the day
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Dietary needs and planning tips
A Mexican menu is easy to plan for mixed diets, because guests can choose what suits them. A few tips:
- Share power and water details early
- Share vehicle access times with traders
- Ask for allergen information at each stall
- Provide seating near the food
Allergen information is available at the hatch, and the menu shows vegan and gluten-free options.
Bowls as a gluten-free choice.
Nearby places to Chelsham
More for events in Chelsham
- 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