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stratford-upon-avon bartender hire

cocktail service in Stratford-upon-Avon

Tipsy Parties provides cocktail bartender hire right across Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding Warwickshire area. From the Old Town to Waterside, 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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Shakespeare’s Birthplace, a timber-framed house with flower boxes in warm sun, Stratford-upon-Avon

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 celebrating after a show at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre or hosting a birthday on the riverside near Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon has a real sense of occasion. A cocktail bartender turns any Stratford-upon-Avon venue into a proper cocktail bar. You pick the cocktails and how long the service runs, and your bartender makes every drink fresh for your guests so 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 Stratford-upon-Avon.

Bartender in a tipsy parties apron serving margaritas to a smiling group raising glasses

Frequently asked questions about bartender hire in Stratford-upon-Avon

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 Stratford-upon-Avon during Shakespeare's Birthday celebrations (April)?

Yes, you can absolutely book during Shakespeare’s Birthday celebrations! Just be aware that the town centre gets busy with processions along the main streets. We only allow 30 minutes for setup so if road access is a little tricky, we recommend mentioning Shakespeare’s Birthday celebrations when you book and we can advise on whether to allow some extra setup time.

What are the best areas in Stratford-upon-Avon for a hen party with a bartender?

Popular areas for hen parties in Stratford-upon-Avon include Sheep Street and the Waterside area, but honestly, we come to you so wherever your accommodation is works perfectly. Many groups book an Airbnb or hotel suite and your bartenders set up right there.

Is parking included for bookings in Stratford-upon-Avon town centre?

Yes, all parking costs are included in your booking price. Stratford-upon-Avon is a very popular tourist destination and parking in the town centre can be limited and pricey, especially during peak season and theatre performances. Our team are experienced at finding parking in Stratford-upon-Avon and will sort everything themselves. You do not need to worry about arranging a space for us.

Do you cover areas outside Stratford-upon-Avon?

Yes, we cover all of Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding area, including Warwick, Evesham, Chipping Campden and Henley-in-Arden. We also offer a cocktail making class in Stratford-upon-Avon. In fact, we cover the whole of the UK!

How far in advance should I book a bartender in Stratford-upon-Avon?

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings and during popular periods in Stratford-upon-Avon. That said, we are flexible and can sometimes accommodate last-minute bookings.

Cocktails in Stratford-upon-Avon

three ways to get tipsy

Hands straining pink foamy cocktails into coupes and topping one with a raspberry

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.

A bartender in an apron serving a long cocktail with mint across the bar

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.

A bartender in a hat and striped apron garnishing a cocktail with an orange slice

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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