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Ice cream van hire · Ashton-under-Lyne

Ice Cream Van Hire in Ashton-under-Lyne

Ashton-under-Lyne's family-run vintage ice cream van — artisan soft-serve for weddings, parties, schools and corporate events.

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20% non-refundable deposit required to confirm your booking

Whippylicious vintage pink and green ice cream van available for hire

Ashton-under-Lyne is right on our doorstep — the main town of Tameside, just minutes from the Whippylicious base in Audenshaw. That makes us a natural choice for ice cream van hire in Ashton, with quick set-up and genuinely local service.

From weddings at local venues to school summer fairs and birthday parties, our vintage Paolo & Son van has been a familiar sight around Tameside for decades. Soft-serve, smiles and a van everyone remembers.

What you get

Why book Whippylicious for this

A van everyone remembers

Our pink-and-green Paolo & Son vintage van turns heads — the photo-friendly centrepiece guests talk about long after the event.

Artisan soft-serve & flavours

Classic vanilla, strawberry, chocolate and toffee, plus vegan and gluten-free options on request.

Every kind of event

Weddings, birthdays, christenings, school days, fêtes, corporate events and private parties — we tailor the service to your day.

Fully insured · 5★ hygiene

Public liability insurance and a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 (Very Good). Venue risk assessments available on request.

200+ servings an hour

At peak service we comfortably serve 200+ cones per hour, with extra staffing added for larger events to keep queues short.

Self-contained & all-weather

A whisper-quiet onboard generator means no external power is needed, and a sheltered service window keeps things going rain or shine.

“Booking Whippylicious was the easiest part of the whole day — the van looked incredible and the queue of happy guests said it all.”
Event hire · Ashton-under-Lyne
Frequently asked

Common questions

Do you cover Ashton-under-Lyne?
Yes — Ashton-under-Lyne is well within our service area. Whippylicious is a family-run ice cream van based nearby in Audenshaw, Greater Manchester, and we regularly travel across Ashton-under-Lyne and the surrounding areas for weddings, parties and events.
How much does ice cream van hire in Ashton-under-Lyne cost?
Every booking is quoted individually — typically from around £350 depending on guest numbers, service length and the date. A 20% non-refundable deposit confirms the booking.
How far in advance should we book?
For peak summer dates — especially Saturdays — 2–3 months ahead is ideal. We can sometimes cover shorter-notice events, so it is always worth a call to check availability.
What space do you need on the day?
A level, van-accessible parking space of roughly 4×6 metres is enough. We arrive 30–45 minutes before service to set up and are fully self-contained — no power needed.
Do you cater for vegan and gluten-free guests?
Yes — vegan and gluten-free options are available on request. Please flag dietary requirements when booking so we bring the right stock.

Bring the ice cream van to your Ashton-under-Lyne event

Tell us your date, location and guest numbers — we reply within 24 hours with availability and a no-obligation quote.

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