About The Cock & Tail Events Co.
Why People Love Booking Us
We’re not a faceless bar hire company. We’re hands-on, personable and genuinely care about the experience you and your guests have.
People book us because:
We’re family-run and easy to work with
Everything is handled professionally
Our bars look great and work brilliantly
Drinks and food are consistently high quality
Guests talk about us long after the party ends
Please see our Google reviews
Meet the Founders – Bryn & Harvey Appleton
The Cock & Tail Events Co. was founded by twin brothers Bryn and Harvey Appleton, born and raised in Nottingham and brought up around good food, good drinks and the belief that hospitality should always feel personal. Between them they have over 20 years experience withing the hospitality sector.
With a shared background in the events and hospitality world, Bryn and Harvey have spent years working behind bars, planning events and learning what really makes a party memorable. Not just great cocktails or beautifully cooked food – but atmosphere, flow and making people feel genuinely looked after.
Their passion for the industry comes from being hands-on. They’re not business owners watching from the sidelines – they’re the ones setting up bars, perfecting menus, serving guests and making sure every detail runs smoothly on the day. That first-hand experience is what shapes everything The Cock & Tail Events Co. does.
As a family-run business, their approach is rooted in warmth, trust and pride in their work. Every event is treated as if it were their own – whether it’s an intimate at-home cocktail party, a lively garden celebration or a large-scale wedding or corporate event.
What drives Bryn and Harvey is simple:
Creating moments where people relax, connect and enjoy themselves – without stress, without fuss, and without cutting corners.
As the business continues to grow, that passion remains at the heart of everything. Thoughtful service, quality ingredients, beautifully built bars and experiences people remember long after the last glass is poured.
Our Services
Mobile Cocktail Bar
Our mobile cocktail bar hire service transforms your home, garden or chosen venue into a stylish, social space where people relax, connect and celebrate.
We bring:
A fully operational, professional mobile bar
Skilled, friendly bartenders and mixologists
Crafted cocktails, quality spirits, beers and wines
Glassware, equipment, set-up and clear-down
Seamless service from start to finish
Whether it’s a cocktail party at home in Nottingham, a garden party bar hire in Derbyshire, or a private celebration in Leicestershire, we take care of everything so you can enjoy being the host. Read more on our At Home Cocktail Party page
Food, Fire & Full Experiences
Great drinks deserve great food. Alongside our mobile bar hire, we offer bespoke catering and private chef services designed to bring people together around flavour, theatre and shared moments.
Our food options include:
Gourmet BBQs with live fire cooking
Canapés and sharing boards
Rustic feasts and elegant private dining
Private chef hire for home parties and special occasions
We also offer event extras such as:
Fire pits and patio heaters
Lawn games and social spaces
Glassware, staffing and styling
Everything is designed to create an atmosphere where guests stay longer, laugh more and remember the night for all the right reasons.
Weddings, Corporate Events & Larger Venues
While at-home parties are our main focus, we also provide mobile bar hire and catering for weddings, corporate events and venues across the Midlands.
We regularly work at:
Weddings and private venues
Corporate celebrations and brand events
Festivals and large-scale gatherings
Our approach stays the same:
Professional, organised and calm
High-quality drinks and ingredients
Warm, friendly service with personality
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you cover?
We’re based in the Midlands and regularly work across:
Nottinghamshire
Derbyshire
Leicestershire
Cambridgeshire
Northamptonshire
The wider Midlands
If you’re just outside these areas, still get in touch – we’re always happy to chat.
Do I need to provide anything?
Nope – that’s the beauty of it. We bring:
The mobile bar
All drinks and ingredients (unless agreed otherwise)
Professional bartenders
Glassware (if needed)
Equipment, ice, garnishes and set-up
Clear-down at the end
You bring the guests – and we’ll bring the bar, the flavour and the fun.
How much space do you need to set up a bar?
Not as much as you might think. Our mobile bars are designed to fit comfortably into homes, gardens and venues of all sizes.
As a guide, we usually need around 1.5–1.5 metres of space, plus room for guests to gather. We’ll always talk this through with you beforehand and adapt the setup to suit your space.
Can I create my own cocktail menu?
Absolutely. In fact, we encourage it.
We’ll help you build a bespoke cocktail menu around:
Your favourite drinks
A theme or colour scheme
Seasonal flavours
Alcohol-free or low-alcohol options
Or, if you’d rather leave it to us, we’re very good at reading a room and creating menus guests love.
How many guests can you cater for?
We’re flexible.
We regularly cater for:
Small, intimate gatherings of 10–15 guests
Medium-sized parties of 30–80 guests
Large events with 150+ guests
We’ll recommend the right bar setup, staffing levels and drinks options based on your numbers.
Do you offer alcohol-free and low-alcohol options?
Yes – and they’re just as thoughtfully crafted.
We always include:
Alcohol-free cocktails
Low-alcohol options
Soft drinks and alternatives
So everyone can enjoy the experience, glass in hand.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes.
We’re fully licensed and fully insured,
so you can relax knowing everything is taken care of properly and professionally.
Can you work indoors and outdoors?
Yes to both. We regularly set up:
Inside homes
In gardens and marquees
At venues and private spaces
If the British weather has other ideas, we’ll help plan a backup so the party still flows.
Do you offer food as well as drinks?
We do – and it’s a big part of what we’re known for.
Alongside our mobile cocktail bar, we offer:
Gourmet BBQs
Canapés and sharing boards
Private chef experiences at home
Bespoke catering menus
Everything is designed to work beautifully alongside the bar service.
How far in advance should I book?
As early as possible, especially for:
Summer weekends
Peak wedding season
December events
That said, if your party is coming up soon, it’s always worth asking – we’ll do our best to help.
How do I get a quote?
Easy.
Click Get a Quote, tell us:
Your event date
Location
Guest numbers
The kind of party you’re planning
We’ll come back to you with ideas, options and clear next steps.