The Picnic Basket

Welcome to The Picnic Basket, your premier catering service in Durham City. We're a family-run business that has been serving the local community since 1992. Our passion is to provide delicious, freshly prepared food using only the best local ingredients.

Our Story

Our journey began when we opened our first premises at 7 New Elvet, in the heart of Durham City centre. Over the years, our reputation as one of the leading caterers in the area has grown, and we've built up a loyal customer base among the city's vibrant small business and student community. Due to popular demand, we expanded to a secondary location at Prince Bishops Shopping Centre, further enhancing our offering and ensuring that our customers can enjoy our homemade sandwiches, pastries, salads, and great coffee, as well as soups, baked potatoes, and hot chocolates in the colder months.

Our Services

We specialize in providing exceptional catering services for various occasions, including corporate events, business meetings, children's parties, birthday parties, weddings, funerals, and other important gatherings. Our menus are designed to suit all catering requirements, whether it's a sandwich for one or a buffet for one hundred. We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, sourced locally, to ensure that our dishes are not only delicious but also of the highest quality.

Our Commitment

At The Picnic Basket, we're committed to providing outstanding food at competitive prices, always served with a smile. We also offer a free delivery service in and around Durham City, with a minimum order of 12. Our dedication to excellence has earned us an enviable reputation as one of the top caterers in the region.

Get in Touch

If you have any feedback or would like to suggest how we can improve our services, please don't hesitate to contact us. We value your input and look forward to serving you.