Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Cumbria
Established in 2006, Applegarth Foods has built a reputation for delivering high-quality catering services across Cumbria. Our family-run business combines traditional family recipes with locally sourced ingredients to create bespoke buffet solutions for corporate events, weddings, funerals, and private parties. With over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our ability to tailor menus to individual client needs while maintaining exceptional standards of freshness and presentation. Our team of skilled professionals ensures seamless event execution, supported by partnerships with award-winning local producers. We have catered for prestigious events including weddings with up to 300 guests and high-profile corporate functions, consistently receiving praise for our organisational excellence and culinary creativity.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of free-range eggs, artisan cheeses, and other premium ingredients from the Eden Valley. We operate a flexible service model, offering everything from simple sandwich platters to elaborate multi-course dinners, with delivery available within a 60-mile radius. Our track record includes long-standing relationships with organisations such as Cumbria County Council and United Utilities. We maintain rigorous quality control processes to ensure food safety and customer satisfaction. Our team's expertise extends to managing complex logistical requirements for events in remote locations, including marquee setups in Glenridding and Howtown. We actively support local community initiatives through sponsorship and charitable contributions.
Services
Corporate Catering
Wedding Catering
Funeral Teas
Buffet Menus
Baking Products
Hot Buffet Service
Canap Service
Delivery Service
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in event catering across Cumbria
- Our menus feature ingredients from award-winning local producers in the Eden Valley
- We offer fully customisable buffet options for events of all sizes
- Our team has successfully catered weddings with up to 300 guests
- We maintain consistent quality through rigorous in-house food safety protocols
What people say
Brilliant organisation
Delicious funeral tea
Fantastic buffet
Professional staff
Wonderful food
Services
Corporate Catering
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for corporate events including lunches, conferences, and networking functions. Our menus feature a range of options from simple sandwich platters to elaborate hot buffets, all prepared using locally sourced ingredients. With experience serving major organisations like Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, we ensure professional presentation and reliable service for events of any scale.
Wedding Catering
Our wedding catering service offers tailored buffet options for ceremonies and receptions, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations with 300+ guests. We specialise in creating memorable dining experiences with flexible menu choices including cold platters, hot dinners, and canaps. Our proven track record includes successful events at venues like Morland Hall and marquee setups in scenic locations across Cumbria.
Funeral Teas
We provide sensitive and professional catering services for funeral teas and memorial events. Our offerings include traditional homemade baking and carefully prepared meals served at venues or private homes. With extensive experience in this specialist area, we combine compassionate service with high-quality food presentation to ease the burden during difficult times for families and attendees.
Buffet Menus
Our flexible buffet menus offer three tiered options - Finger Buffet, Special Buffet, and Superior Buffet - each adaptable to dietary requirements. The menus feature sandwiches, wraps, quiches, cold meats, fresh fish, salads, and desserts. We accommodate vegetarian preferences and special dietary needs while maintaining exceptional presentation standards for both corporate and private functions.
Baking Products
We produce a range of homemade baked items including traybakes, cakes, scones, and steak pies available through local outlets. Our product line features nearly 20 varieties of traybakes such as Malteser Cake and Toffee Tiffin, with seasonal specials added throughout the year. These items are ideal for picnics, packed lunches, or as energy boosts for outdoor activities in the Eden Valley region.
People
Kathleen Twentyman
Owner
Kathleen founded Applegarth Foods in 2006, bringing family recipes to life with Cumbrian twists. With extensive experience in event catering, she oversees all operations while maintaining strong relationships with local suppliers. Her leadership has established the company's reputation for quality and reliability.
Questions
What types of events do you cater for?
We cater for weddings, corporate functions, funerals, private parties, and community events. Our experience ranges from intimate gatherings to large-scale events with 300+ guests.
Do you use locally sourced ingredients?
Yes, we source premium ingredients from award-winning producers in the Eden Valley, including artisan cheeses, free-range eggs, and fresh produce for all our catering services.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes, our buffet menus can be adapted to vegetarian preferences and special dietary needs. We discuss specific requirements with clients during menu planning consultations.
What areas do you deliver to?
We deliver within a 60-mile radius, covering Penrith, Carlisle, Keswick, Kendal, Workington, and Kirkby Stephen. Delivery arrangements can be made for other areas at competitive rates.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least 4-6 weeks in advance for weddings and large events. Smaller functions can often be accommodated with shorter notice depending on availability.
Do you provide tableware and serving equipment?
Yes, we offer tableware, linen, and glassware hire as part of our comprehensive catering service to ensure complete event preparation and presentation.
