Cocktail classes
grab a shaker
You get shaking things up: a hands-on class hosted by a trained mixologist, 2 to 5 cocktails each and a few party games.
derby bartender hire
cocktail service in Derby
Tipsy Parties provides cocktail bartender hire right across Derby and the wider Derbyshire area. From the Cathedral Quarter to Sadler Gate, your bartenders travel to your venue with all the equipment needed to prepare your chosen cocktails for you and your guests.
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You can hire the bartender team only, add cocktail glassware, or add both the glassware and ingredients for a complete service. We will also help you plan your cocktail menu and, when you are providing the ingredients yourself, supply a detailed shopping list with everything you need. Optional extras, including portable bar hire, can also be added for an additional fee.
Whether you are staying in an Airbnb in the Cathedral Quarter or hosting a milestone birthday at a private venue close to Derby Cathedral, a cocktail bartender turns any Derby venue into a proper cocktail bar. You choose the cocktails and how long you want the service for, and your bartender makes them fresh for your guests, so there is no need to book a bar and you can enjoy your own party.
- Cocktails made freshly for you
- Shopping list or ingredients provided
- Choose your cocktail menu
- Choose your service length
Prefer something more hands-on? Try our cocktail making class in Derby.
Frequently asked questions about bartender hire in Derby
Do I need to supply the ingredients?
It is up to you. You can hire the bartender team only, add cocktail glassware, or add both the glassware and ingredients for a complete service. If you are providing the ingredients yourself, we will send you a detailed shopping list for your chosen cocktails.
Can I hire a mobile bar as well?
Yes. Portable bar hire can be added as an optional extra for an additional fee.
How long can I hire a bartender for?
You choose your service length when you get your quote.
Can I book a bartender in Derby during Derby Festé (September)?
Yes, you can absolutely book during Derby Festé. Just be aware that streets around the Market Place may have temporary closures. We only allow 30 minutes for setup so if road access is a little tricky, we recommend mentioning Derby Festé when you book and we can advise on whether to allow some extra setup time.
Can you set up at student accommodation near the University of Derby?
We certainly can. Student halls, shared houses, rented flats and any other type of accommodation all work perfectly.
What if my venue in the city centre near the Cathedral Quarter in Derby does not have parking nearby?
No problem at all. Your bartenders are used to city centre setups across the UK. All parking costs are included in your booking and our team will find suitable parking near your venue, whether that is an NCP, pay-and-display, or a residential street. You do not need to arrange anything for us.
Do you cover areas outside Derby?
Yes, we cover all of Derby and the surrounding area, including Belper, Ashbourne, Matlock and Alfreton. We also offer a cocktail making class in Derby. In fact, we cover the whole of the UK!
How far in advance should I book a bartender in Derby?
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings and during popular periods in Derby. That said, we are flexible and can sometimes accommodate last-minute bookings.
Cocktails in Derby
three ways to get tipsy
Bartender hire
two ways to get the bar sorted
Hire mobile cocktail bartenders anywhere in the UK. Wet hire: we bring the bar kit, glassware and every ingredient. Dry hire: you hire the bartenders and supply the ingredients yourself, glass hire is optional. Bar and table also available to add to either option.With ingredients, aka wet hire: we bring the bar kit, glassware and every ingredient. Without ingredients, aka dry hire: you hire the bartenders and supply the ingredients yourself, glass hire is optional. Bar and table also available to add to either option.
Cocktail consultancy
for bars & brands
Help planning a cocktail menu for your venue or event. Tell us what you need and we’ll take it from there.
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