Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Catering Services in Cumbria
Established in 2006, Applegarth Foods has built a reputation for delivering exceptional catering services across Cumbria. Our expertise lies in crafting bespoke buffet meals and baked goods using time-honoured family recipes and premium local ingredients sourced from trusted suppliers in the Eden Valley. With over 15 years of experience, we specialise in catering for corporate events, weddings, funerals, and private parties, offering tailored menus that accommodate dietary requirements.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our partnerships with local award-winning producers, ensuring every dish maintains the highest standards. Recognised for our organisational excellence and customer-centric approach, we have served esteemed clients including United Utilities, Cumbria County Council, and the NHS. Our team's dedication to professionalism and attention to detail has earned us numerous testimonials praising our ability to transform events into memorable occasions.
Services
Corporate Catering
Wedding Catering
Funeral Teas
Buffet Menus
Baking Products
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in Cumbrian hospitality and event catering
- Our menus feature ingredients sourced from award-winning local producers
- We offer fully customisable buffet options for all event types and dietary needs
- Our team has successfully catered events for major organisations like the NHS
- We provide delivery within a 60-mile radius covering Penrith, Keswick, and Carlisle
What people say
Fantastic buffet
Wonderful food
Brilliant organisation
Professional staff
Memorable occasion
Services
Corporate Catering
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for corporate functions ranging from breakfast meetings to large-scale conferences. Our menus feature a variety of sandwich platters, hot dinners, and canaps tailored to your event's requirements. With experience serving major organisations like Cumbria County Council and United Utilities, we ensure professional presentation and delivery within a 60-mile radius, including Penrith and Carlisle.
Wedding Catering
Our wedding catering service offers customised buffet options and formal dinners for celebrations of all sizes. From intimate gatherings to 300-guest marquee events, we provide traditional and contemporary dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Recent clients praised our 'fantastic presentation' and 'delicious flavours' while appreciating our support in venue coordination and dietary requirement management.
Funeral Teas
We specialise in providing dignified catering for funeral gatherings with menus that balance tradition and modern tastes. Our service includes home-made baking, cold platters, and hot options delivered directly to your chosen venue. Clients consistently commend our 'sympathetic approach' and 'professional organisation' during these sensitive occasions, with flexible menu options to accommodate all preferences.
Buffet Menus
Our three-tier buffet system offers adaptable menus for any occasion, from corporate lunches to private parties. The Finger Buffet includes sandwiches and cakes, the Special Buffet adds savouries and dips, while the Superior Buffet features cold meats, salmon, and gourmet desserts. All options accommodate vegetarian and special dietary requirements with tableware available upon request.
Baking Products
We produce a range of artisan baked items including traybakes, steak pies, and quiches using traditional recipes. Our 20+ varieties of individual slices, from Malteser Cake to Toffee Tiffin, are available through local outlets. Larger uncut traybakes and seasonal specials cater to both retail customers and event requirements, maintaining the same quality standards as our catering division.
People
Kathleen Twentyman
Owner
Kathleen founded Applegarth Foods in 2006, combining family recipes with Cumbrian ingredients to create award-winning catering services. With extensive experience in event management and food production, she oversees all operations while maintaining personal involvement in client relationships and menu development.
Questions
What areas do you cater to?
We deliver within a 60-mile radius covering Penrith, Carlisle, Keswick, Kendal, Workington, and Shap, with carriage arrangements available for other locations.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes, all our buffet menus can be adapted to include vegetarian, gluten-free, and other special dietary options upon request.
What types of events do you cater for?
We specialise in corporate events, weddings, funerals, and private parties, offering tailored menus for occasions ranging from small gatherings to 300-guest marquee events.
Do you provide tableware and serving equipment?
Yes, we supply tableware, linen, and glassware for all catering orders at no additional charge.
How far in advance should I order?
We recommend placing orders at least two weeks in advance for large events, though we can accommodate shorter notice requests where possible.
Are your products available in retail outlets?
Yes, our traybakes, steak pies, and quiches are available through selected food outlets in the Eden Valley region.
