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The Ale Van is a Buckinghamshire-based mobile bar. We offer an exciting and adaptable drinks menu that includes a selection of locally sourced, independently produced real ale, cider, and craft lager
The Ale Van Details

Dietary Options

Vegetarian

Food Type

Bar / Cocktail Service
Hog Roast

General Services

Tastings
Last-Minute Orders
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Set-Up
Canapes
Clean-Up
Staff Provided
Alcohol Provision
Bartending
Mobile Bar Services
The Ale Van Full Description
The Ale Van is a one-of-a-kind vintage VW LT35 Horse Box! Lovingly converted to carry us around South-East England to satisfy our passion of bringing the best beverages to the masses. We poke, prod, sip and negotiate in order to get you the best products at the best price. Everything we stock is either locally sourced, independently produced or award winning. We only order direct from breweries, meaning our menu can accommodate the seasons, surroundings and, most importantly, your requirements! We'll be the centrepiece, a great talking point, perfect for your festival themed wedding... And we'll pour quietly during Dad's big speech. Seasonal ale for up to 300 guests, tasting notes, complimentary samples and smiles all 'round. Specialised wedding drinks packages including welcome cocktails, table wine and toasting champagne provide excellent quality drinks at excellent value. We can even offer a Hog Roast, BBQ or canapes if required. These are managed to a very high standard allowing you to relax knowing that your guests are being well catered for during the day. We also love building bespoke bars for events - inside buildings, marquees or out in the open. We are based in Buckinghamshire, but the joys of having a beer festival on wheels means we can come to you! We cater for any and all events throughout England, just tell us when and where you want us!

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: James Cummings
Please feel free to get in touch if you would like The Ale Van at your wedding!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Reviews
(6)
(6)
Jack Osborne
Happy couple married in July
August 2023
Pleasure to have at our wedding!!
We had ‘The Ale Van’ provide us with their service package at Newton Park Barn in July this year. They setup and served all reception drinks, which were all served chilled and with garnish where required. A constant flow of drinks was always available to guests, empty glasses were cleared away promptly and bar staff were friendly and attentive throughout the afternoon. Beyond 18:00 the cash bar was open, a well stocked bar was provided, also taking requests from ourselves prior to the day
julie-ann Ogle
Wedding: September
August 2023
super bar staff
Molly and Dan were super bar staff and did credit to the name 'The Ale Van' at Newton Park Farm 👍
Sally Anne
Happy couple married in September
August 2023
Highly recommended 👍
10/10! The Ale Van were at our wedding on Monday bank holiday and Newton Park and were absolutely fantastic. James was amazing when our set up was delayed and he got the glasses out on the tables in time and with no trouble at all. Dan, Anne-Marie and the other bar staff (apologies for not remembering names) were lovely and friendly and were just as much up for a good time as our guests! Highly recommended 👍
Nicole Bradders
Happy couple married in October
August 2023
Thanks for such an amazing job
James and his team were amazing at our wedding at newton park barn last Friday. Nothing was too much trouble, they said yes to every request and even filled a paddling pool for our hook a duck game. Brilliant and so friendly. Thanks for such an amazing job. Nicole x
Rob Holloway
Happy couple married in July
August 2023
James and his team were absolutely incredible
James and his team were absolutely incredible at our wedding in July 2019. Passionate about their craft, fantastically knowledgeable and accommodating to new ideas; they helped our day go off in the most perfect way. Their pricing is superbly reasonable when you consider the time, thought and service that they provide. With a great range of packages and they'll also do their utmost to source the beers that you want. If you want your wedding to have the most wonderful drinks service imaginable -
Claire Rush
Wedding: May
August 2023
if I could I would give 10 stars.
Our daughter had the Ale Van at her wedding reception and they were brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble, helpful and friendly staff, if I could I would give 10 stars.
The Ale Van Location & Contact Details

Address

30A Upper High St, Thame, Buckinghamshire, OX9 3EX, England

Nearest Town

Princes Risborough

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M40 Junction 7

Nearest Train Station

Haddenham & Thame Parkway railway station

Nearest Airport

London Heathrow Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions
(3)

What is your most memorable wedding?

I probably should say my own wedding, but for some reason I don't seem to remember much of it...so It would have to be a clients wedding that we traveled up to The Lake District for, the festival themed wedding in that that location was fantastic.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Flexible, professional, reliable, dedicated and fun!

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

A mini caricature of every single wedding guest as their table cards.