How much does it cost to hire an ice cream van in Oxford?

Danni 'n' Dave's charges per head for private events where the host pays for all guests. The Classic Selection is £2.50 per head (cone, toppings, sauces, lollies, slushies), the Premium Selection is £4.50 per head (adds knickerbocker glory, twin cone or sundae), and the Luxury Selection is £6.50 per head (adds luxury whippy trays). All bookings require a £100 booking fee, which is deducted from the final price. Final quotes are tailored to each event — location, group size and other factors may affect the price.

How much does ice cream van hire cost for a school event in Oxford?

School events such as sports days, summer fairs and end-of-term parties are priced at £2 per head for a classic 99 (soft serve ice cream with a flake). A £100 booking fee applies and is deducted from the final amount.

Is there a booking fee for hiring an ice cream van?

Yes. Danni 'n' Dave's requires a £100 booking fee for all event hire bookings. This is not an extra charge — it is deducted in full from your final invoice. It simply secures your date.

What is included in the Classic Selection at £2.50 per head?

The Classic Selection at £2.50 per head includes a single soft serve cone with any topping and sauce from the menu, plus access to ice lollies and slush drinks.

What is included in the Premium Selection at £4.50 per head?

The Premium Selection at £4.50 per head includes everything in the Classic Selection, plus the option to have a knickerbocker glory, twin cone or a full sundae.

What is included in the Luxury Selection at £6.50 per head?

The Luxury Selection at £6.50 per head includes everything in the Premium Selection, plus any of Danni 'n' Dave's luxury whippy trays — the most indulgent option available.

Do the per-head prices ever change?

The per-head tier prices are the starting point for every quote. The final price for your event may be lower or higher depending on your location relative to Oxford, the size of your group, and other factors specific to your booking. Every quote is provided individually and transparently.

Can I hire an ice cream van for a festival or public event in Oxford?

Yes. For events where guests pay individually at the van, Danni 'n' Dave's charges an hourly rate rather than a per-head fee. For very large events with guaranteed high footfall, a profit-share arrangement may be available instead. Get in touch to discuss your event.

How far will Danni 'n' Dave's travel for an event?

Danni 'n' Dave's is based in OX4, Oxford, and regularly covers all of Oxfordshire. Distance from OX4 is factored into every quote — events close to Oxford may receive a more competitive rate, while events further afield will include a travel element in the price.

Ice Cream Van Hire Prices Oxford | Danni 'n' Dave's Pricing Guide

Packages for Weddings, Parties & Private Events

For events where you're covering the cost for all your guests. Each guest chooses from the menu included in your selected tier.

Classic

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Classic Selection

£2.50 per head

The perfect crowd-pleaser. Great for kids' parties, casual garden events and any gathering on a budget.

Single soft serve cone
Any topping & any sauce
Ice lollies
Slush drinks

Premium

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Premium Selection

£4.50 per head

Everything in Classic, with the option to go bigger. Popular for birthday parties and corporate events.

Everything in Classic
Knickerbocker glory
Twin cone
Full sundae

✨ Luxury

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Luxury Selection

£6.50 per head

The full experience. Our most popular tier for weddings and milestone events where only the best will do.

Everything in Premium
Any luxury whippy tray
The most indulgent option
Ideal for weddings

💬 A note on pricing: The per-head rates above are our starting point for every quote. Your final price is tailored to your specific booking — events very close to Oxford or with larger guest numbers may come in lower, while smaller groups further away may be slightly higher to account for travel time and fuel. You'll always receive a clear, honest quote before committing to anything beyond the booking fee.

School Events

Special rate for school fairs, sports days, end-of-term events and fundraisers.

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Classic 99 for Schools

A classic soft serve ice cream with a Cadbury flake. Simple, affordable and beloved by children and staff alike. Available for school fairs, sports days, summer events and fundraising days.

Fundraising arrangements available — get in touch to discuss profit-split options for school fundraisers.

£2.00 per head

+ £100 booking fee
(deducted from final invoice)

Festivals, Fairs & Public Events

For events where guests pay at the van themselves.

🎪 Self-Pay Events

For markets, community events, festivals and fairs where guests pay individually, our pricing works differently. We'll always discuss your specific event and find the right arrangement.

£50–£100 / hour

Standard Footfall Events

Where guest numbers can't be guaranteed, we charge an hourly rate based on location, distance and the nature of the event.

Profit share — POA

High Footfall Events

For large events with reliably high attendance, a profit-share arrangement may be available instead of an hourly fee. Discussed on a case-by-case basis.

✅ What's Included in Every Booking

✔Fully stocked ice cream van

✔Friendly, experienced staff

✔All equipment and power

✔Public liability insurance

✔Full allergen information

✔Setup and pack-down

✔Confirmed written booking

✔No hidden charges

✔£100 booking fee deducted from final bill

✔Hot desserts available as add-on

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Get a personalised ballpark estimate for your event. Enter your guest numbers, your distance from OX4 Oxford, and your chosen package — we'll do the maths. This is a guide only — your actual quote may vary.

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Number of guests Minimum recommended: 20 guests

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Distance from OX4, Oxford

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Includes £100 booking fee · Balance due before or on the day

This is a rough estimate to help you plan. Your actual quote may be lower for large groups or events very close to Oxford, or slightly higher for small distant bookings. We'll always give you a clear quote before you commit.

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Pricing FAQs

Wedding ice cream van hire with Danni 'n' Dave's is priced per head. The Classic Selection is £2.50 per head, Premium is £4.50 per head, and the Luxury Selection — our most popular for weddings — is £6.50 per head, including luxury whippy trays. A £100 booking fee secures your date and is deducted from your final invoice. Your exact quote will depend on guest numbers and your distance from Oxford.

A £100 booking fee is required on all event hire bookings to secure your date. This is deducted in full from your final invoice — it is not an additional charge. Please get in touch regarding our cancellation terms.

School events are priced at £2 per head for a classic 99 — a soft serve ice cream with a Cadbury flake. The £100 booking fee applies and is deducted from the final amount. Fundraising profit-split arrangements are also available for schools.

Yes. Danni 'n' Dave's is based in OX4, Oxford, and distance is factored into every quote. Events close to Oxford typically receive the most competitive rates. For events further into Oxfordshire or beyond, travel time and fuel are taken into account. Use our calculator above to get a ballpark figure based on your distance.

Classic (£2.50/head) includes a soft serve cone with toppings and sauces, lollies and slushies. Premium (£4.50/head) adds knickerbocker glories, twin cones and sundaes. Luxury (£6.50/head) adds our full range of luxury whippy trays on top of everything in Premium.

Yes, we cater for events of all sizes. For smaller groups, the per-head rate applies but your quote will factor in travel and time — so very small groups at a distance may see a slightly higher effective rate. Use the calculator above or get in touch for a personalised quote.

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