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  • Professional Catering Trailers

    Practical, custom-built trailers for street food traders, markets, events and growing food businesses that need a reliable setup built for daily use.

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  • Showman Catering Trailers

    Larger, high-impact builds with strong visual presence, wing boards, top signs, lighting and layouts designed for busy event trading.

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  • Tram Style & Specialist Builds

    Distinctive custom units for businesses that want character, kerb appeal and a trailer that feels part of the brand from the first glance.

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  • Conversions, Refits & Repairs

    Van conversions, container conversions, refits, repairs and upgrades for existing units that need practical workshop support.

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  • Tell us Your Plans

    Lets discuss your menu, trading style, the size you need, the equipment you want and your budget

  • Shape the Specification

    We look at your layout, workflow, storage, gas, electrics and finish.

  • Secure Your Build Slot

    Once agreed, your deposit places the build into the workshop schedule.

  • Build, Test & Handover

    Your trailer is built, checked and prepared for collection

Why Choose A. R. Willis?

A catering trailer is more than a box with equipment inside. It needs to support the way you prep, cook, serve, store, move and clean during a busy trading day.

A.R. Willis brings together decades of trailer manufacturing experience with real mobile catering knowledge, helping customers make practical decisions about layout, equipment, workflow and long-term use.

We build in the UK, work to the agreed specification, and focus on creating trailers that are ready for serious trading.

"Our trailer was made on time and exactly how we wanted it. Paid for itself in no time. Always get good compliments. The team at A.R. Willis do a really nice job , very friendly with good communication. You can visit the factory during your trailer build too. Highly recommended."
- John A
"They completely understand your point of view as a food trader and work with you to get your trailer just right. Their trailers are built to last. Great communication as well as second to none after care service."
- Kishen
"Since the first call all went smooth and I had the feeling I was dealing with professional and serious people. They built for me a fantastic unit, they checked every single detail and delivered the unit in the time we agreed."
- Joe
"From our initial meeting they worked with me the whole way through to get the exact look I was after. The years of experience they have guided me through the questions and queries I had. My trailer gets so much attention everywhere I go"
- Louisa T

Meet the Faces Behind your Build

A catering trailer is a serious investment, and we believe you should know who is building it. From your first enquiry through to the final handover, your trailer is handled by real people with practical workshop experience, manufacturing knowledge and an understanding of what mobile food businesses need from their unit.

Our team works through the details that matter: layout, workflow, equipment placement, storage, access, finish and long-term use. Whether you are ordering a compact starter trailer or a larger showman-style build, you can speak to the people behind the work and understand how your trailer is coming together.

Workshop visits are available by appointment during the build process.

  • Alan Willis

    Alan Willis

  • Thelma A.R.Willis

    Thelma

  • Caroline A.R.Willis

    Caroline

  • Adam A.R.Willis

    Adam

  • Ryan A.R. Willis

    Ryan

  • Sam A.R. Willis

    Sam

  • Neil A.R. Willis

    Neil

  • Peter A.R. Willlis

    Peter

Ready to Build Your Dream unit?

Whether you're just starting out or expanding a successful business, we're here to help you design and build the perfect unit to suit your trade.

Serving Food Businesses Across the UK

Based in Hertfordshire, we build custom catering trailers for clients throughout the United Kingdom. From Scotland to the South West.