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Wedding hire · Nationwide UK

Wedding Ice Cream Van Hire

Make your big day even sweeter — vintage van, artisanal soft-serve, unforgettable photos.

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20% non-refundable deposit required to confirm your booking

Bride and groom with vintage Paolo & Son ice cream van — Whippylicious wedding hire

Whippylicious has been bringing joy to UK weddings since 1972. Our pink-and-green vintage van is the kind of detail guests talk about for weeks — picture the queue of friends, the laughter, the light, the cones in hand at golden hour.

We serve nationwide from our Manchester base — Cheshire, Lancashire, Yorkshire, the Midlands and beyond. Bespoke flavours and full liaison with your wedding planner are all part of the package.

What you get

Why book Whippylicious for this

Photogenic vintage van

Our pink-and-green Paolo & Son van is a wedding photographer's dream — featured in dozens of UK weddings since 1972.

Bespoke flavours

Strawberry, vanilla, chocolate, toffee, vegan and gluten-free options — picked to fit your menu and your guests.

Quiet self-contained service

Whisper-quiet generator. No external power needed. We arrive 30–45 min before service for set-up.

Full insurance and 5★ hygiene

Public liability insurance and Food Hygiene Rating 5 (Very Good). Risk assessments available for your venue on request.

200+ guests per hour

During peak service we comfortably serve 200+ cones per hour. For larger weddings we add staffing to keep queues short.

Welcome drinks to evening reception

Time us for the drinks reception, post-meal sweet course, evening dance break — your timeline, our flexibility.

“Whippylicious made our wedding day truly magical — guests were talking about the ice cream van for weeks. Effortless service from start to finish.”
Sarah & Tom · Wedding · Cheshire
Frequently asked

Common questions

How much does a wedding ice cream van cost?
Every wedding is different — typically from £350. We base your quote on guest count, distance from Manchester and service duration. A 20% non-refundable deposit confirms the booking.
How far in advance should we book?
For peak summer Saturdays, 3–6 months ahead is ideal. We can sometimes accommodate last-minute weddings (within 4 weeks) — just call to check availability.
Can you add a personal touch to the service?
Yes — a chalkboard sign with the couple's names or the day's message is a popular wedding upgrade. We tailor the menu and service style to your timeline.
Do you serve outdoor weddings?
Absolutely. We need a level parking space (min. 4×6 m) accessible by van. Outdoor receptions, marquee weddings and country venues are our happy place.
What if it rains?
We serve in all weather. The van has a sheltered service window. We can park under any cover at your venue if available — guests stay dry, ice cream still flows.
Do you cater for vegan and gluten-free guests?
Yes — vegan and gluten-free options are available on request. Please flag dietary requirements at booking so we bring the right stock.

Sweeten your wedding day

Tell us your date and venue. We'll send a tailored wedding quote within 24 hours.

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