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We are the oldest operator of chocolate fountains in the country, we are also the largest chocolate fountain company, but more importantly the best chocolate fountain operator. We offer a nationwide coverage with chocolate fountain offices in London, Birmingham and Bristol.
Our chocolate fountains are unique, with changing neon and perspex light bases surrounding the chocolate fountains and the turntables rotate the chocolate fountain which offers that extra "WOW" factor. Our chocolate fountains are unrivalled and if you want an unforgettable chocolate fountain look no further.
Chocolate Fountain Events
Unrivalled in the UK, The Original Chocolate Fountain has produced the most glamorous chocolate presentations for famous brands and high profile organisations.
We provide peace of mind for event organisers. Our chocolate fountain ideas are second to none and our service is expertly executed by our professional and charming staff.
Always innovative, and offering new ideas for special events and any sized office party, our chocolate fondues are fun for company or corporate events.
We can design a specific fountain for your occasion be it a chocolate party theme, a branded event or a company social event.
From chocolate party theme kits for corporate events to unique company social event ideas, we can take care of all of your chocolate fondue needs and create a luxury chocolate fountain experience.
"a huge thank you for all the effort you put into the event last night to make it such a success - I was grateful for the way your guys turned up, knew the score in terms of set up, what they needed and what they had to work with & you took care of the whole thing"
Rick Perry, By Word Of Mouth, Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Premier, Old Billingsgate, June 2005
Chocolate Fountain Weddings
We supply chocolate fountains across the UK, so make your special day unique by letting us design your dream chocolate fountain.
Crafting your chocolate ideas into reality, for your wedding party or reception, we cater to your chocolate fondue desires. We are the top wedding fountain rentals company and online wedding party supplier, leading our competitors in both service and catering supplies.
Not only do we arrange beautiful floral themes for summer weddings, we also design many winter wedding reception ideas.
With unique ideas and table top designs for wedding celebrations, we can help you cater your own reception. Let your imagination and chocolate dreams run wild.
"Our wedding day was made even more perfect by your chocolate fountain. It is still a talking point four months on!"
Mr and Mrs Spearman, July 2005
Chocolate Fountain Parties
Our chocolate fountains are perfect for birthday celebrations, wedding parties and special events. Be it a 1st anniversary or a milestone 50th or 60th birthday party, our ideas will make your unique occasion even more exceptional.
Planning a wine and chocolate party? A Halloween party or catering your own wedding reception? We can supply fondues for small or large hired venues and tailor the chocolate dippers to your needs and themes.
So why not add some magic to a home party with our delicious chocolate dipped desserts? We can provide an exclusive party centrepiece guests will never forget.
"A big thank you - as usual your team were helpful, efficient, friendly and good looking. The chocolate fountain was a huge success and I had at least five people coming up to me telling me that they wanted one for their parties. You have a great product and service and we look forward to using you lots in the future."
Kasimira Party Organisers
"Thank you so very much for all your help on the exclusive entertaining piece. The fountain looked wonderful"
The Independent
Chocolate Fountain Catering
We provide professional chocolate equipment for wedding catering and fountain retail hires. We also rent our chocolate fondue making machines with chocolate dipping tables.
Chocolate fountains are not all the same and our chocolate fondue making machines and equipment make stunning additions to a chocolate party.
Supplying fountain rentals across the UK, our chocolate temper machines are perfect and reliable for wedding fountain rentals, party hire and professional launches.
"This innovative company produces wonderful chocolate fountains on dazzling creative under-lit bases. Both the chocolate and the goodies to dip are delicious and the icing on the cake is the charming staff who man the fountains. In every way an excellent product."
Johnny Roxburgh, Admirable Crichton Caterers
Chocolate Fountain for Hire
We provide professional chocolate equipment to events and chocolate parties across the UK. Our supplies are of the highest quality and we pride ourselves on providing the best chocolate fondue machines and chocolate dipping tables in the industry.
Whether your chocolate fountain is for home use or for a large party, our prices are reasonable and serviced assured. We also supply table top wedding displays and rent out chocolate fondue pot sets. If extra chocolate is required, our Belgian couverture chocolate can be purchased separately in 10kg bags.
Providing a superior and helpful service, our reliable fountains can be rented in two different ways:
Dry Hire Package
The dry hire package offers clients the hire of our chocolate fountains and chocolate. Our small fountains hold 5kg of the chocolate of your choice and our medium/large fountains hold 10kg of chocolate.
Complete Package
The complete package includes everything needed for the running of a chocolate fountain including: chocolate fountain hire, operator, chocolate, dipping foods, linen, bespoke glassware, sticks and napkins. We present the fountain with our optional coloured Perpsex neon light box, bespoke glassware, fresh flowers and edible glitter. Memorable, contemporary and stylishly vibrant, our complete package provides the ever-important event wow factor.
"The service you provided us with was superb! It certainly was an excellent and delicious attraction"
Catherine Harris, Chairman of Winterfold House School Fund Raising
News
The Original Chocolate Fountain is the leading chocolate fountain company in the world.
We are making new business and franchise opportunities across the UK as our chocolate fondues have received unprecedented praise and chocolate fountain reviews.
Unveiling our Cheese Fondue Fountains – March 2007
Unveiled at the RSVP Show 2007, we are delighted to unveil our cheese fondue fountains.
For those of you looking for a savoury option, the cheese fountain is the ultimate solution.
This delicious fondue is made with fresh cream and a variety of delicious cheeses including Cheddar and Pecorino and seasoned with nutmeg, salt and pepper. Dippers include cherry tomatoes, juicy olives, a mini bread selection, crispy celery and pineapple to name but a few.
Used as a savoury canapé at a reception or as the ultimate after dinner cheese board, our cheese fondue fountains are guaranteed to create a fantastic talking point
Launch of the Ideas Box - March 2007
Ideas Box is the solution for events professionals searching for unique and innovative ideas to add that extra dimension to their events.
Ideas Box brings together all our fantastically successful brands into one 'box': Climb The Rock, the Ski Blizzard, the hugely successful The Original Chocolate Fountain, its successor The Original Chocolate Printing Company and most recently Chocolate Workshops.
All our brands boast the same unique qualities. They are fun, innovative, visually stunningly and operated with exceptional professionalism. They bring that ‘wow’ factor to any event.
Constantly working to uncover cutting edge ideas to help make your events exceptional, Ideas Box is an essential resource for the creative event planner.
Of course, all the best ideas come in little boxes!
Proud WrapIt 2007 wedding industry Awards finalists
We are delighted to announce that The Original Chocolate Fountain was voted the best chocolate fountain in the UK at the prestigious WrapIt 2007 Awards "Recognising excellence within the wedding industry" on Tuesday 20th February 2007.
Nominated by our past brides who have featured The Original Chocolate Fountain at their wedding we are truly honoured to know how much they value our effort and service.
Kate Garraway, GMTV presenter presented the award to the directors of the company, Harvey Ward and Helen Harper.
Another chocolate innovation: The Original Chocolate Printing Company
Rising to the challenge of creating another unique and entertaining experience, we are delighted to announce the launch of The Original Chocolate Printing Company.
This unique patented technology can print any picture, image or message directly onto a sugar coated surface of our delicious chocolate.
Our chocolate comes in a range of fun products including lollipops, business cards, Belgian chocolates to name but a few. We print using food grade inks to ensure that the chocolate including the pictures is entirely edible.
Offered live at events and as a mail order product, The Original Chocolate Printing Company is ideal for both entertainment and gifts.
Forthcoming Exhibitions
Come and see us in all our glory!
We will be exhibiting at the following exhibitions. Do come and see our fabulous fountains in all their glory and speak to our staff to see why we really are "the ORGINAL and the best!"
The BIC Wedding Show 13th - 14th January 2007
Woburn Abbey, The Sculpture Gallery, Woburn, Bedford
The Event Show 24th - 25th January 2007
London, Olympia, Stand No. 454
www.eventshow.co.uk
The BIC Wedding Show 2-4th February 2007
Bournemouth International Centre Stand, No: W54
The National Wedding Show 16th - 18th February 2007
Birmingham, NEC, Stand No. M1
The Designer Wedding Show 16th - 18th February 2007
London, Battersea Park, Stand No. 258
The National Wedding Show 23rd - 25th February 2007
London, Olympia, Stand No.G11
RSVP Events Show 28th - 29th March 2007
Islington Business Design Centre, London
Stand No. A23 - The Original Chocolate Fountain Limited
Stand No. D43 - The Original Chocolate Printing Company
www.rsvpevent.co.uk
The National Wedding Show 28th - 30th September 2007
London, Earls Court, Stand No. C58
www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk
The National Wedding Show 12th - 14th October 2007
Birmingham, NEC, Stand No. D58
www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk
The Designer Wedding Show 26th - 28th October 2007
London, Battersea Park, Stand No. 172
www.thedesignerweddingshow.co.uk
We look forward to seeing you there.
Have a very Happy Christmas!
Already thinking about your Christmas party? We are!
Why not try our new White Winter Wonderland themed fountain for your Christmas party this year? Fun things this season include our new star shaped glassware piled high with Christmas tree marshmallows, Christmas pudding fudge and other festive dippers presented on our ice blue Perspex neon lit bases and surrounded by our festive accessories. Our fabulous chocolate fountains provide a fantastic feature at your Christmas party. Tasty and fun, they are guaranteed to get your guests talking and provide tasty bites right to the end of the night. Our fantastic liqueur fountains are also guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit!
To guarantee your Christmas party is the best ever, book The Original Chocolate Fountain today! "Your delectable Brandy and Cointreau fountains are the perfect indulgence for this years Christmas parties. The festive dippers and dazzling displays create the ultimate wow factor. Many congratulations!" Madame Tussauds, November 2006
Big Brother 7 - July 2006
The Original Chocolate Fountain was delighted to be asked to star on Big Brother 7 on Wednesday 26th July 2006
When choosing ideas for luxury treats for the housemates, first on Big Brother's list was The Original Chocolate Fountain.
The Housemates quite literally squealed and jumped up and down with delight as they discovered the sumptuous chocolate fountain in a luxury area after escaping from their prison. Aisleyne was the first to dip into the fountain with a juicy strawberry closely followed by her accomplices, who couldn't believe their luck! The big question is whether they will succeed in their task and be able to keep the fountain a secret from their prison guards. Hopefully they will be able to hide their excitement and not give the game away!
Phil Harris, Assistant Producer of Big Brother 7 commented: "A huge thank you. The fountain looked awesome and the Housemates loved it"
Winners: Awarded 9th place in the RSVP Top 20 Entertainers Awards - June 2006
The Original Chocolate Fountain is delighted to be awarded 9th place in the RSVP Top 20 Entertainers awards - the only chocolate fountain company to be listed.
RSVP writes "Despite many imitators, the original is still the best."
Van Competition - August Gloop wins! - Summer 2006
Thank you to all of you who responded to our request to help Christen our new van - with the appropriate registration number CHO6ATE. We were overwhelmed by everyone's responses and suggestions.
Third in line you chose Grandpa Joe, with Charlie Bucket coming in a close runner up. But August Gloop came out on top and has joined Willy Wonka and Ooopa Loompa as the latest arrival in the chocolate fountain fleet.
Everyone really got with the Charlie & the Chocolate Factory spirit and came up with some great suggestions for names including "Great Glass Elevator - transporting chocolate across the nation", Golden Ticket, Mr Slugworth, Gobstopper and Mother-Bucket.
The lucky winner of a mini fountain that was picked out of a hat of all of the entries that chose Augustus Gloop was Alicia Dickinson at the Science Museum. Well done Alicia!
Alicia was delighted with her mini fountain: "I thought August Gloop was the obvious winner for the name of van. I think that the van looks great and will be a great addition to the fleet. I love chocolate fountains and can't wait to try out my very own fountain at home!"
Anyone for Coulis? Summer 2006
Launched on our stand at RSVP 2006, our refreshingly cool new fruit coulis fountains have created a summer sensation.
Made from 90% fruit this luxury product comes in three delicious flavours: strawberry, raspberry and mango.
The most popular has been our strawberry coulis fountain with our Wimbledon' themed fountain. Decked out with its own green lawn and summer daisies, the dippers are piled high in green handmade glassware and our unique Perspex neon-lit base is scattered appropriately with tennis balls. To continue the theme our dipping foods include strawberries & cream and Pimm's fudge.
For those who just can't forgo the chocolate, our Figure of Eight display with one chocolate fountain and one coulis fountain has to be the obvious choice!
"Everyone thinks that it's chocolate when they first see the fountain, but then are delighted to find that there is a delicious fruit alternative. Even the chocoholics aren't disappointed as amongst the many dipping foods there are rich chocolate brownies to dip into the fruit coulis fountain!"
Van Competition March 2006
Help christen our new arrival and win a mini chocolate fountain!
We are delighted to announce the latest addition to The Original Chocolate Fountain fleet! But we need your help to christen our new arrival!
Our first van we christened "Willy Wonka" and the second "Oompa Loompa". But what shall we call the third?
In keeping with the tradition our previous vans have been named after characters from the film "Charlie and The Chocolate Factory".
Simply choose one of the names below or make a suggestion and e-mail your choice to competition@theoriginalchocolatefountain.com
1. Augustus Gloop
2. Charlle Bucket
3. Grandpa Joe
4. Mike Teavee
5.Veruca Salt
6. Violet Beauregarde
7. Or email us your suggested name
If you choose the most popular character, your name will be entered into a draw and the lucky winner will win a mini chocolate fountain!
Thank you for your help, and we look forward to hearing from you shortly!
With best regards
All of the Team @ The Original Chocolate Fountain Ltd
Spring 2006 Exhibitions Spring 2006
Come and see us in all our glory!
We will be exhibiting at the following Spring 2006 exhibitions.
Do come and see our fabulous fountains in all their glory and speak to our staff to see really why we are "the ORGINAL and the best!"
Designer Wedding Show, 16th-19th February 2006
London, Battersea Park, Stand No. 258
The National Wedding Show, 16th-19th February 2006
Birmingham, NEC, Stand No.L1
Confex 2006, 20th-23rd February 2006
London, Earls Court
The National Wedding Show, 24th February 2006
London, Olympia, Stand No. G78
Braxsted Park Wedding Show, 26th February 2006
Braxsted Park, Essex
RSVP 2006, 29th-30th March 2006
London, olympia, Stand No.H1
We look forward to seeing you there.
Narnia Premier December 2005
We were delighted to be chosen to provide our fabulous chocolate fountains with our unique Perspex neon-lit bases and turntables for the magical Narnia premiere. The after party was held in a magnificent marquee structure opposite the Royal Albert Hall and Kensington Gore was closed to accommodate some 2200 guests. The attending royalty and Hollywood A-listers delighted in our Narnia-themed milk and white chocolate fountains and were tempted by our delicious dipping foods including Turkish delight, of course.
Big Brother 5 September 2005
Catering for Big Brother 5’s star-studded wrap party, contestants including Maxwell and Saskia loved our stunning chocolate fountain. It made a delicious addition to the Big Brother house and our ‘Chocolate Officers’ couldn’t resist the opportunity to jump into one of the Big Brother beds with Anthony.
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Premiere July 2005
Chosen for this most special and appropriate of film premieres we provided a wide range of fountains for Tim Burton’s Charlie & the Chocolate Factory party. We provided four fountains for each of the individually themed and spectacular party rooms. Johnny Depp swept in to the premiere party closely followed by Helena Bonham Carter, but it was Brooklyn Beckham, under the watchful eye of Victoria’s mother, and Graham Norton who were never far from our fabulous fountains.
No. 10 Downing Street Summer Party July 2005
Our chocolate fountain was a great hit at one of the most famous address in the world: No. 10 Downing Street. The summer party was attended by world dignitaries but also the PM’s family whose taste buds were definitely tickled by our delicious milk couverture.
If you would like more chocolate information please contact our Press Office.
Chocolate Fountain Franchises
Following the huge success and demand of our chocolate fountains we are making a number of franchises available across the UK and Europe.
Having established a strong chocolate fondue brand we would like to extend our franchise across the country and create a chocolate opportunity for interested business people.
We have a number of chocolate franchise opportunities for consideration and if you are interested in starting a chocolate business or a chocolate franchise opportunity please contact Head Office for more information on 0800 612 9896.
"Thank you so much for the fountain - it was fantastic fun and all our guests loved it, they still rave about it"
Hilton Hotel, Park Lane
FAQs
There are other companies hiring chocolate fountains. Why should we choose your company?
We are the leading suppliers of chocolate fondues in the UK and there is only one reason – quality. Our service is second to none, our prices competitive and presentation ideas completely unique.
What is the best way to melt chocolate for dipping?
The best way to melt chocolate for dipping is in a microwave to begin the melting process. The melted chocolate can then be poured into the fountain for the dipping dessert.
Do you have chocolate fondue fountain ideas and recipes?
We have many ideas and recipes for chocolate fondue ideas. We can theme parties and supply special dippers, tailor-made to your event.
Which chocolate fountain dippers do you provide?
We provide a huge selection of dippers and within the package we can include such items as: chocolate dipped marshmallows and a wide variety of fruit including bananas, oranges and figs.
Where can I find more pictures of the chocolate fondue?
Do have a look at all of the pages on the website and if you need more photographs or information please do not hesitate to contact us.
What type of chocolate can you have in the chocolate fondue?
There is a wide choice of chocolates for dipping but our most customers choose to have either a dark, milk or white chocolate fondue. All of our chocolates are couverture, the highest grade Belgian chocolate.
What size chocolate fondues do you provide?
We provide mini chocolate fountains right up to large and giant chocolate fondue fountains that cater for parties, wedding reception or chocolate themed party with 50 to 5000 guests.
Will the staff be uniformed?
The staff arrive onsite wearing our monogrammed black uniform and jackets then change into chef whites for serving guests, handling food and operating the fountain.
Where do I buy couverture chocolate?
We provide and supply the couverture chocolate and extra bags can be purchased in 10kg bags.
Can I use the fountain outdoors?
It is better not to use the machine out of doors because of wind disrupting the flow and temperature of chocolate.
How does the chocolate get to the top of the fountain?
Inside the tower there is a corkscrew which drives the chocolate up to the top tier where it cascades down over the edge.
What sort of electricity do we need in place?
All fountains use a domestic 13amp three prong plug and the fountain draws 2.5kv of power.
How long can the chocolate fountain run for before the chocolate solidifies?
The chocolate is kept at a constant temperature of 37C or 98.6F in the food grade stainless steel copper-lined basin.
Do chocolate fountains break down and does fruit get stuck in the machine?
We choose our fondue fountains for their reliability and stability and with a uniformed operator looking after the fountain and your guests take care of dropped dipping fruit and refilling of the chocolate fountain.
Press
If you would like details of our new products, recently launched chocolate fountain displays or upcoming events please contact The Original Chocolate Fountain Press Office on 0800 612 9896
OK Magazine January 10 2006 'Singing for Awareness'
Our delicious milk chocolate fountain was enjoyed at the star studded OK! Celebrity Christmas party held at the exclusive Papageno's Restaurant. Stars from the stage and screen were amongst the many showbiz personalities who were captivated by our stunning fountain displays.
Evening Standard December 8 2005 'Narnia Party'
Our delicious milk chocolate fountain was enjoyed at the star studded OK! Celebrity Christmas party held at the exclusive Papageno’s Restaurant. Stars from the stage and screen were amongst the many showbiz personalities who were captivated by our stunning fountain displays.
Catering Magazine (USA) - Cover Story Nov/Dec 2005 'Liquid Pleasures'
The American trade press have named our company, The Original Chocolate Fountain, as the world leader in the presentation of the fountains. We pride ourselves on cutting edge innovation and design to keep our fountains looking fresh and tasting delicious.
Wedding Venues & Services Winter 2005/2006 Food & Drink 'Deliciously sweet ideas for your reception'
Chosen as Wedding Venues & Services as a company providing 'Deliciously sweet ideas for your reception' we were thrilled to be described as 'the sure way to win your weddings guests' hearts and makes a great conversation piece'.
GMTV July 2005
Invited by top Wedding Co-Ordinator Siobhan Craven Robins to feature on GMTV's Interactive Wedding of the Year, the Original Chocolate Fountain was selected to feature as one Siobhan's favourite 'Fun Wedding Ideas'. The feature was a huge hit and we plan more TV appearances to showcase our new products.
The Mail on Sunday‚ 'You Magazine' 7 November 2005 'We should Cocoa'
The Mail on Sunday's 'You Magazine' featured The Original Chocolate Fountain as the supplier of delectable gooey chocolate.
RSVP Magazine 'A Day in the Life'‚ Cover story August/September 2005
We were thrilled to be chosen as the cover story for RSVP Magazine's summer edition. The article featured the fabulous chocolate fountains we designed for Tim Burton's Charlie & the Chocolate Factory premiere after-party. RSVP's Jeremy King shadowed our crew to see first hand what exactly is involved in creating our four themed chocolate fountains presentations for the star studded premiere after party.
The Independent on Sunday, The Sunday Review 12 June 2005 'Party People'
The Independent on Sunday featured The Original Chocolate Fountain as one of its 'Party People' when putting on the ultimate hassle-free party for the London 30-something. Our delicious chocolate fountain is billed as "the loveliest thing [they] have ever seen" and "the greatest invention on earth".
Sainsbury's Magazine June 2005 'Bites'
Sainsbury's Magazine chose The Original Chocolate Fountain to feature in its 'Bites - What's new in June' feature.
You & Your Wedding September-October 2004 '25 ways to create the 'wow!' factor at your wedding
We were delighted to be selected as one of You & Your Weddings top ways to create the 'wow!' factor at a wedding. The magazine described our beautiful white chocolate fountain as a 'must have at any wedding'.
Contact Information
For wedding fountain rentals, company social events ideas or chocolate fountains for home use, we can make your chocolate party theme ideas a reality.
We have a number of offices around the UK. For all your chocolate party fondue retail queries please contact us on 0800 612 9896.
Do not compromise on your chocolate fountain, book with the best.
"Thanks sooo much for the chocolate fountain - it was fab. Everyone was drooling! The service was great and it looked good and tasted yummy"
Jackie Holloway, June 2005