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Taco bar caterers in Mackerel's Common: build-your-own tacos
Planning taco bar hire in Mackerel's Common? We bring the truck or trailer, the ingredients and the kit, then serve your guests fresh on the day.
- Office lunches
- Milestone birthdays
- Summer garden parties
Taco bar hire in Mackerel's Common
Taco bar hire in Mackerel's Common, served fresh
We bring taco bars to events in and around Mackerel's Common: marquees, barns, gardens, halls and workplaces. It suits staff parties and retirement parties, serving a build-your-own taco bar, burrito bowls and warm corn and flour tortillas.
In a hamlet or village like Mackerel's Common, a barn or marquee can shelter a taco bar from the weather. We set up the station and our team runs it. You will know what’s included before booking: menu, timings and any add-ons.
- Location
- Mackerel's Common (RH14)
- County
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guests
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Extras
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Mackerel's Common questions
How far is Mackerel's Common from central London?
It is about 37 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Will you travel to a small place like Mackerel's Common?
Yes. Villages and hamlets are part of our area, and the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
What should the venue provide?
Tell us about the venue and the spot you have in mind, and we will confirm what’s needed. We also need the venue’s permission.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Is a taco bar good for vegans and gluten-free guests?
Keeping each dish separate makes mixed diets easier, but we cannot promise an allergen-free kitchen. Guests with severe allergies should talk to us first.
How much does taco bar hire cost?
We do not publish set prices, as each booking is different. Share your plans and you will get a quote. See what Mexican catering costs for background.
How big an event can you cater?
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller parties are quoted case by case, and festivals can be larger. Send us your numbers and we will advise.
Do you have gluten-free options?
Yes, gluten-free options are available, using corn tortillas. Tell us about any coeliac guests before the event so we can talk through how their food is prepared.
Taco bar hire or something else?
For a meal that is hands-on for guests but not for you, a taco bar is a strong choice for your event. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
What we offer in Mackerel's Common
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- Events in Mackerel's Common and across West Sussex
- A menu agreed with you
- Quoted for your event
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Vegan fillings
A vegan filling sits on the bar with the rest, not an afterthought.
Toppings
The toppings are where guests make each taco their own, and dairy-free choices are kept apart.
Perfect for your event in Mackerel's Common
A taco bar feeds a crowd steadily.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. People in Mackerel's Common can book us for occasions like:
- Office lunches
- Summer garden parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Team socials
Nearby historic houses include Petworth House (4.6 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, ask early whether a staffed taco bar is allowed and where we could unload.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the price includes, item by item
- What happens if it rains
- The venue requirements
- Plates and napkins, or nothing at all
How it works
A typical event goes like this: we park up and get ready, we open the hatch when you’re ready, and your guests are served fresh until service ends. In Mackerel's Common, the sun sets at about 9:20pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so an outdoor taco bar in summer is generally served in daylight. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, plan good lighting over the station.
- Tell us about your event and your guests.
- You get a suggested taco-bar menu and a quote.
- Access, power and water are agreed beforehand.
- We arrive, unload and lay out warm tortillas, fillings and toppings.
- Afterwards, we pack down and leave the area tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
- Let us know the timings for the day
Ask for a quote
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Mackerel's Common: venues, access and set-up
Mackerel's Common is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. From the centre of Mackerel's Common to the outskirts, taco bar hire works the same way: a truck or trailer at your event, options for every diet and a clear price. Mackerel's Common is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we can bring taco bar hire. We cater right across the region, from Mackerel's Common to Guildford (about 14 miles away).
When the service is at a church such as The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, the taco bar would be set up at the reception venue rather than the church. Guests arriving without a car will want to know that Billingshurst station is about 4.8 miles away.
Here we cover the RH14 postcode area. Other places close to Mackerel's Common for taco bar hire include Kirdford (1 mile south), Plaistow (2 miles north), Ifold (2 miles north), Balls Cross (2 miles south-west) and Wisborough Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Horsham (10 miles east), Broadfield (15 miles east), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
The countryside around Mackerel's Common includes The Mens and Shillinglee Lake.
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Choose at least one vegan filling
- Decide where the table goes before the day
- Count children separately
- Plan the taco bar around speeches and timings
Indoors or under cover, the bar carries on whatever the weather.
Our drinks bar can sit alongside the taco bar for margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
How we price taco bar hire
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many guests we are serving
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- How long we’re needed on site
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the event is
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send you a clear quote.
Also near Mackerel's Common
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For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can check the date.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
DIY taco night or a caterer?
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label anything containing allergens.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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