All Whippy Ice Cream Vans say Thank You Mrs Thatcher

Margaret Thatcher -  soft-scoop ice-cream

 Margaret Thatcher will be remembered for many different things but from us in the ice cream industry we say thank you.Before entering politics, former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher put her Oxford chemistry degree to good use with a research job at food manufacturer J. Lyons and Co.
Tasked with whipping more air into ice cream, she produced a type of ‘soft-scoop’ cream which could be pumped through a machine. It heralded Mr Whippy vans and the ‘99’ cone.

Always Happy To Help

When only the very best will do for an Ice Cream Van Hire for your event in 2013 the general advice is, Don't wait to long as key dates are being booked up now very fast indeed.It is with great pride the Markes Ices booking team have had many returning customers making sure to get their favourite ice cream van company for their event in 2013 again.
Mark said " We try very hard to be the best of the best from our ice cream van presentation to the quality of products and customer care.We ensure each and every customer receive's the very best service from the first email or phone call enquiry through to our after hire follow up procedure.
To see how we can make your event or special day just that little bit extra special contact us www.markesices.co.uk / office@markesices.co.uk 01634 375324 / 07768 072871 / 07827 443934 / 07833 953622.

ALWAYS HAPPY TO HELP.

New Products Announcement For 2013 Ice Cream Season From Markes Ices

As the 2013 season quickly approaches Markes Ices have reviewed their product menu and introduce the New Maxi-bon Cookie Bar.

The introduction is due to the popular  Wich Cookie being withdrawn from the UK market by Ben and Jerry's.The new maxi-bon Markes Ices are confident will prove very popular in 2013.

The ever popular Bubblegum lollies are on their way.

Markes Ices was extremely happy with the ice lolly selection popularity and intend to continue all the fruit flavours offered throughout 2012.Strawberry, Bubblegum, Tasty Orange, Crème de Banana, Cider, Cherry Brandy, Lemonade, Cola.

Plus all your favourites

Just a few of the many toppings for your ice cream

Blackjack, Mango, Vimto, Pineapple, Marshmallow, Pink Bubblegum, Turkish delight, Bubblegum, Strawberry, Chocolate, Lime, Cola, Black Cherry, Raspberry, banana, Orange, Butterscotch,

Full product ingredient list available on every ice cream van

2013 Wedding Bookings With Markes Ices Ice Cream Van Hire

The idea of a summer wedding in 2013 with an ice cream van arriving as a surprise to serve the guests has become so popular Markes ices are already quoting for 2014.

To avoid disappointment speak to a member of the booking team today to discuss your requirements for that special day.

How can we make the day magical?

Markes ices offer a bespoke service so whatever you have in your mind,dreams or imagination speak to our specialist team to make it all come true,

Bride and Grooms have in the past arrived in the van,served guests, photo shoots,

Markes ices have arrived at Traditional venues,churches to serve during the photos,afternoon receptions,evening receptions,weddings in fields,farms,private houses,pubs and clubs plus many more.

A few photos of 2012 Weddings.

Ice Cream Vans.Birthday Parties.Ice Cream Van Hire In Kent.

Children having a great time with the ice cream van arriving to make the birthday girl feel extra special.

Robert arrives with happy birthday playing on the chimes, then whips up the excitement with the birthday girl in the van learning to twirl the ice creams to the joy of her friends and family.

Speak to a member of the booking team today to see how an ice cream van for children's birthday party can enhance any celebration.

Ice Cream Vans In Kent And First Day Back To School After Summer Break

After the school summer break many children around Kent were very happy to see their ice cream man once again offering their favourite treat after school.

Announcement! New Ice Cream Topping Sauce Range:Ice Cream Van Hire OFFER TWENTY TOPPING FLAVOURS TO CHOOSE FROM

Markes Ices are very pleased to announce new additions to the extensive ice cream topping sauce range.

NEW  SAUCES

CREAM EGG!   /   TURKISH DELIGHT!   /   COLA!   /   BLACK JACK!

MANGO!   /   PINEAPPLE!   /   VIMTO!   /   MINT!   /   MARSHMALLOW!

PINK BUBBLEGUM !  

In addition to the flavours we have always offered

CHOCOLATE   /   STRAWBERRY   /   BUBBLEGUM   /   BLACK CHERRY

LEMON & LIME   /   ORANGE   /   RASPBERRY   /   BANANA   /   BUTTERSCOTCH

TOFFEE   

Come and visit one of our ice cream vans  and try one of the new toppings with your ice cream.

WHATS YOUR FLAVOUR?

Ice Creams from Yesterday and Today

Many ice cream manufactures each year look to cash in on latest trends and fashions, some endure the test of time while some ice creams are seen just for one summer season.

The Fab lolly has to be one of the outstanding iconic named brands to endure.Introduced in 1967 now holds the title as longest running continuous ice lolly on the UK market.

Below are some ice lollies that have come and gone due to fashion changes

Who remembers Steve Austin the Six Million Dollar Man and the bionic lolly.Or the Dalek’s Death Ray popularised by DR Who.

The haunted House lolly was a milk flavoured lolly and many a child used to unwrap as quickly as possible to see what ghostly print was on their lolly.

The Zoom lolly has been around nearly as long as the Fab and has had an image update so as to look to the future.

Today the favourite lollies chosen by children from their ice cream vans in Kent are split between the branded items such as Chocolate or Mint Feast,Twister,Knobbly Bobbly and non branded favourites such as The Bubblegum lolly and Strawberry lolly.

By far the most popular lolly which outsells all others is the Smartie pop up 

A New Product introduced by Markes Ice Cream vans for 2012 season is the much loved by all who try one The Ben and Jerrys Wich sandwich.

A combination of ice cream and chocolate chip cookie is proving very popular with young and old.

By far the the main reason for choosing to visit one of Kent’s favourite ice cream vans is to sample the delicious soft whip ice cream and the vast array of ways to sample it.

Of course the best known is the 99 style ice cream with the extra delight of an added Cadbury Flake. Markes Ices are always looking to bring new and exciting ways to add to the experience and for the 2012 season introduced the marshmallow cone,soft whip ice cream cone then rolled in multi coloured marshmallows with a topping sauce of choice.

Company spokesman Robert Ellinor said “For the first time we have seen the new marshmallow cone outselling the flake 99 with children”.

Add to this old favourites such as the Popeye, Oyster, and sherbet cones the biggest problem is which to choose today.

Markes Ices also offer eight flavours of ice cream and sorbet’s from Strawberry,bubblegum,lemon ice,chocolate,mint choc chip,coconut,cherry and apple.

To see the Markes Ice cream vans for hire full product menu for your next event please visit www.markesices .co.uk and choose products from the menu tab.

Contact us today to book an ice cream van for your celebration or Wedding day catering.

Markes Ices Announce New 2012 Season Ice Cream Product Range

Markes Ices are very happy to announce their ice cream product range for the 2012 season.
After Many requests have decided for 2012 to see a return for children's favourites, The Bubble Bomb,Jelly Bomb,and the Dolly Bomb.
2012 also see's the addition to our ice cream flavour selection of Coconut flavour ice cream,new sherbet flavours and the Mint knickerbocker Glory.
Markes Ices through the winter months taste tested five other fresh ice cream mixes and have decided to stay with the fresh mix as used through 2011.Company spokesman Robert said "We will always taste test and try to see if any improvements can be made throughout our product range and we were very confident to be using once again The Very Best flavour fresh vanilla mix on the market for our customers."