Professional bar service options including cash bar, open bar, token bar and part-paid bar for events

Bar Service Types

Bar Service Options to Suit your Event & Budget

Flexible Bar Service Options

Choose the perfect bar service type to match your event style and budget. From traditional cash bars to fully hosted open bars, we offer flexible options that ensure your guests enjoy premium drinks whilst you maintain control over costs.

Our experienced team will guide you through the options and help you select the ideal service type for your celebration. Each option comes with our professional bar staff, premium equipment, and exceptional service standards.

Our Service Options:

Cash Bar

Guests pay for drinks as they go via cash or card. The most straightforward option with no upfront costs for hosts.

Part-Paid Bar

You provide a fixed budget behind the bar. Once exhausted, we seamlessly transition to cash bar service.

Open Bar

The ultimate hospitality experience. You cover all drinks for your guests throughout the entire event.

Token Bar

Distribute drink tokens to guests for controlled spending. Additional drinks can be purchased once tokens are used.

Popular Combinations:

Welcome Reception + Cash Bar

Provide arrival drinks then transition to guest purchases

Wine with Dinner + Part-Paid Bar

Table wine during meal, then fixed budget for evening bar

Token System for Corporate

Give employees set tokens, maintaining budget control

Full Open Bar

Complete hospitality for milestone celebrations

Additional Services:

  • Professional uniformed bar staff
  • All glassware and bar equipment
  • Ice, garnishes, and mixers included
  • Card payment facilities available
  • Detailed consumption reports provided
Professional bar service setup

Budget Planning Guide:

Cash Bar£0 upfront
Part-Paid (100 guests)£500-£1500
Token System (2 per guest)£8-12 per guest
Open Bar (5 hours)£25-40 per guest

*Estimates based on average consumption. Final costs depend on drink selection and event duration.

Let's Plan Your Perfect Bar Service

Every event is unique. Our team will work with you to create a bar service package that perfectly matches your vision, guest expectations, and budget requirements.

Discuss Your Requirements

Service Areas

Available across London and Home Counties

We Cover

Central London
North London
South London
East London
West London
Hertfordshire
Essex
Surrey
Kent
Buckinghamshire

Travel charges may apply for locations outside standard areas.

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Client Reviews

The Horsebox Bar was absolutely stunning at our wedding! The team were professional, the cocktails were incredible, and our guests are still talking about it months later.

Sarah & James Mitchell
Wedding at Hatfield House
Wedding Bar Service