The Coffee Van — a vintage dark green Citroën HY parked in Reading serving barista coffee

Mobile event coffee hire · Berkshire

Proper barista coffee, brought beautifully to your event.

Reading's much-loved independent coffee van, available for weddings, corporate days, film sets, festivals and private celebrations across Berkshire and beyond.

Est.
10+ yrs
Vans
4 in fleet
Based
Reading
Tripadvisor
5.0 (42)
The Coffee Van

Our story

Infused with happiness, brewed in Reading.

The Coffee Van is a mobile speciality coffee and drinks bar for events. We bring the full coffee shop experience, espresso, flat whites, cappuccinos, lattes, matcha, mochas, hot chocolate, speciality teas, iced drinks and more, directly to your venue in Reading, Berkshire and beyond.

What began as a single vintage coffee van in Reading has grown into a small fleet known for friendly, professional service. Our dedicated events van now travels to weddings, corporate days, film sets, festivals, sporting events and private celebrations, serving barista-made drinks from a beautiful vintage centrepiece.

Every drink is prepared to order by trained baristas using quality beans and fresh ingredients, so your guests get a proper drink, not a rushed cup.

Events we cater

From intimate gatherings to full production days.

Flexible packages tailored to guest numbers, venue and service hours. Get in touch for a bespoke quote.

01

Weddings

A romantic vintage centrepiece serving barista coffee, teas and hot chocolate to your guests all day.

02

Corporate Events

Keep delegates and clients caffeinated at conferences, away days, product launches and office openings.

03

Film & TV Productions

Reliable, professional crew catering on set — early call times and long shoot days are our speciality.

04

Festivals & Fairs

High-volume service with the warmth of a proper independent — perfect for public-facing events.

05

Sporting Events

Fuel players, spectators and organisers with proper coffee, teas and refreshments.

06

Private Celebrations

Birthdays, christenings, garden parties and milestone events — a beautiful talking point for your guests.

The van in the wild

A vintage centrepiece your guests won't forget.

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Kind words

Loved by guests, couples and crews.

5.0

From reviews on Facebook & Tripadvisor

"Best coffee in Reading! The van is beautiful and the staff are so friendly. Made our wedding day extra special."
Sarah M.Facebook
"Absolutely brilliant service at our corporate event. Proper barista coffee, not the usual event rubbish. Guests loved it."
James T.Tripadvisor
"A gorgeous vintage van and even better coffee. Turned up on time, looked stunning and served everyone with a smile."
Emma L.Facebook
"Fantastic flat white and such a lovely team. The van is a real talking point — everyone was asking about it."
David R.Tripadvisor

Common questions

Quick answers.

Yes. We regularly travel throughout London and the surrounding counties. If your event is further afield, get in touch and we'll be happy to discuss it.
We provide mobile barista coffee for corporate events, office staff appreciation days, conferences, exhibitions, trade shows, product launches, weddings, film and TV productions, festivals and private parties.
Our setup is suitable for both small gatherings and large events. Whether you're expecting 50 guests or over 1,000, we can tailor our service to meet your needs.
We offer a full café-style menu including espresso, americano, flat white, cappuccino, latte, mocha, hot chocolate and tea. We also provide dairy-free milk alternatives such as oat, almond and soy.
Yes. We bring everything required, including a professional espresso machine, experienced baristas, coffee beans, cups and lids, milk and dairy alternatives, plus sugar and sweeteners. You simply provide the space—we take care of the rest.
Yes. Our setup is flexible and suitable for both indoor and outdoor locations, subject to access and any necessary power requirements.
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially during busy periods such as spring, summer and Christmas. However, we'll always do our best to accommodate last-minute enquiries.
Yes. We are fully insured and can provide documentation if required by your venue or organisation.
Every event is different. Pricing depends on factors such as the number of guests, event duration and location. Contact us for a free, no-obligation quotation.
Absolutely. We can tailor our packages to suit your event and can discuss branded cups, bespoke menus and other options for corporate clients.

Enquire

Tell us about your event.

Share a few details and we'll come back to you with availability and a tailored quote. We cover Reading, Berkshire and the surrounding counties.

Based in

Reading, Berkshire

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