Bonfire Night Events Firework Displays
24 September 2026 / 24 September 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
Crisp autumn air, woolly hats, and the bright flash of fireworks overhead make winter celebrations something special. Feeding a hungry crowd on a chilly evening takes some organising, but dessert is one thing you can tick off your list straight away. Most people associate ice cream vans with summer heatwaves, but our brightly lit fleet...
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News
10 September 2026 / 10 September 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
What a summer it has been! The sun beamed down across the South of England, keeping our scoops moving and our whippy machines whipping. As the crisp autumn breeze starts to roll in every morning, the team at Fat Sam’s Ice Creams wants to pause, catch our breath, and share some well-deserved appreciation. First and...
Our Ice Cream Vans
21 July 2026 / 7 July 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
When you think of a classic British summer, a traditional blue ice cream van instantly comes to mind. At Fat Sam’s Ice Creams, our eye catching blue van is one of the most popular choices in our fleet. While it looks right at home at any community event, it has become a particular favourite for...
Media News Our Ice Cream Vans
7 July 2026 / 7 July 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
We are absolutely thrilled to share some incredibly exciting news from the Fat Sam’s Ice Creams HQ. If you happen to be watching the World Cup matches at the moment, you might just spot something which is very familiar and vibrant pink during the advert breaks. Our beloved pink ice cream van has made its...
Corporate Events
23 June 2026 / 23 June 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
The British summer has officially arrived! As temperatures soar across the South, finding a delicious way to cool down becomes a top priority. While fans and ice cubes help, nothing beats the pure joy of a classic cold sweet treat during a proper heatwave. The Ultimate Heatwave Survival Tool? Let’s be honest: trying to stay...
10 June 2026 / 10 June 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
Things just got a whole lot brighter at Fat Sam’s Ice Creams. If you spot a flash of vibrant colour heading down the road, do not adjust your vision. We have officially added a stunning, cherry red ice cream van to our fleet, and it’s turning heads! While our classic vans are iconic, this new...
Festivals Our Ice Cream Vans
22 May 2026 / 22 May 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
When clients book an ice cream van for their event, they don’t just want a vehicle that dispenses ice cream. They want something that looks the part. Something their guests will photograph, gravitate towards, and remember. That’s why our pink ice cream van is consistently the first to get booked each season. At weddings, our...
7 May 2026 / 7 May 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
There’s something about an ice cream van pulling up outside the office that makes the whole day feel a little brighter. At Fat Sam’s, we’ve been bringing that moment to businesses across Wiltshire, Dorset, Somerset and Hampshire for years, and we’d love to bring it to yours. We work with a growing number of corporate...
Cycling Sportives Running Events
23 April 2026 / 26 April 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
There’s a certain moment at the end of a cycling sportive or running event that everyone recognises. Legs are tired, there’s a mix of relief and pride, and people start looking for something to properly mark the occasion. That’s usually where we come in. Fat Sam’s Ice Cream vans have been popping up at more...
Dog Friendly Ice Cream Events
9 April 2026 / 10 April 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
There’s something special about a dog show. It could be a local village event or a larger gathering, you’ll find proud owners, wagging tails, and a brilliant community atmosphere. And while the dogs are certainly the stars of the show, their humans deserve a treat too! That’s where Fat Sam’s Ice Cream vans come in....
Media
30 March 2026 / 31 March 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
At Fat Sam’s Ice Creams, our iconic vans aren’t just for serving scoops at summer events, they’ve been turning heads on film sets and music video shoots too. With two notable media credits already under our belt, we’re ready to bring our classic vans to your next production. Lights, Camera, Ice Cream! In 2018, one...
12 March 2026 / 12 March 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
Corporate events don’t have to be predictable. Whether you’re planning a staff celebration, a company open day, a summer party, or a team-building event, adding an ice cream van is a simple way to create a relaxed and memorable atmosphere. At Fat Sam’s Ice Creams, we regularly provide ice cream van hire for corporate events...
23 February 2026 / 26 February 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
If you’ve looked out of the window recently and thought, “Has it stopped raining yet?”, you’re not alone. It’s been a soggy old start to the year across the South of England, but we’re already looking ahead to brighter skies. While the rain has been doing its thing, our fleet of pink, blue, red and...
Schools, Colleges & Universities
9 February 2026 / 16 February 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
Fundraising is at the heart of many school communities, helping to pay for equipment, trips, resources and activities that make a real difference to pupils. If you’re part of a PTA, Friends of the School group, or school fundraising team, Fat Sam’s Ice Cream’s offer a simple, enjoyable way to boost your fundraising efforts. Our...
26 January 2026 / 26 January 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
When it comes to organising school and college events, finding something that appeals to everyone can be a challenge. That’s where Fat Sam’s Ice Cream vans come in. From primary schools to universities, our ice cream vans are a popular and reliable addition to events of all shapes and sizes. PTAs and Friends of the...
Corporate Events Schools, Colleges & Universities
9 January 2026 / 9 January 2026 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
The Christmas and New Year celebrations are over… inboxes are filling up again… and teams across the UK are settling back into the working routine. January can feel like a long month, which is why many businesses look for simple, thoughtful ways to thank their staff and give morale a well-timed boost. A visit from...
Corporate Events Events Festivals Schools, Colleges & Universities
19 December 2025 / 19 December 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
When organisations across Hampshire are planning events, one simple addition can make a lasting impression: an ice cream van! Fat Sam’s Ice Creams provides professional ice cream van hire in Hampshire, supporting everything from corporate celebrations to school and university events. Our ice cream vans are a familiar and much-loved sight at events throughout the...
Events Festive Season Events
28 November 2025 / 28 November 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
When you think of Christmas, you might not immediately think of ice cream, but at Fat Sam’s Ice Creams, we believe the festive season is the perfect time to add a sweet twist to winter events! Our cheerful pink, blue, red and yellow vans bring a splash of colour and joy wherever they go, serving...
Weddings
30 October 2025 / 30 October 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
There’s something magical about ice cream that brings out everyone’s inner child, and when it appears at a wedding, it’s guaranteed to make guests smile! Recently, Fat Sam’s Ice Creams was part of a beautiful celebration where our pink ice cream van added the perfect fun and colourful twist to the day. The happy couple...
16 October 2025 / 20 November 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
When it comes to television production, every detail matters. That’s why production teams trust Fat Sam’s Ice Creams when they need a professional, reliable ice cream van for TV hire. With over 20 years of experience, our colourful fleet of vans has appeared in music videos, feature films, and TV productions, earning us a reputation...
Reviews Weddings
25 September 2025 / 25 September 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
At Fat Sam’s Ice Creams, we love being part of special celebrations, and nothing brings a little extra joy to a wedding quite like an ice cream van! Recently, our blue ice cream van joined a beautiful wedding in Wiltshire, adding laughter and plenty of Whippy cones for guests of all ages. The happy couple...
Charities Events
17 September 2025 / 25 September 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
As the summer fades and the nights draw in, the fun doesn’t need to stop! October and November are some of the busiest and most exciting times of the year, with Halloween parties, bonfire night celebrations, and firework displays lighting up the South West. And what better way to add an extra treat to your...
29 August 2025 / 29 August 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
Looking for an authentic ice cream van for TV, film or media productions? Fat Sam’s Ice Creams provides colourful, camera-ready vehicles and a professional on-set service for productions of all sizes. Whether you’re shooting a feature film, a TV commercial, a music video or a photoshoot, our vans bring both nostalgia and visual appeal to...
Birthday Parties Weddings
18 August 2025 / 29 August 2025 by Jenni Bell | Leave a Comment
August is all about making the most of the sunshine, and what better way to celebrate than with an ice cream van at your summer gathering? If you’re hosting a family reunion, a milestone birthday, a big garden BBQ, or a caravan park party, a Fat Sam’s Ice Cream van is guaranteed to be the star...
