Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Catering Services in Penrith
Established in 2006, Applegarth Foods has built a reputation as a trusted catering provider in Cumbria, specialising in freshly prepared buffet meals and baking for corporate events, weddings, and funerals. Our menus are crafted using family recipes and quality ingredients sourced from local farms in the Eden Valley, ensuring exceptional taste and value. With over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering tailored services that meet individual client needs, supported by a team known for its professionalism and attention to detail.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our partnerships with local suppliers of award-winning cheese, butter, and free-range eggs, while our flexible approach allows us to create menus ranging from simple sandwich platters to elaborate multi-course dinners. Recognised for our reliability and customer-centric ethos, we have served notable clients including United Utilities and Cumbria County Council, consistently receiving praise for our organisation and culinary excellence.
Services
Corporate Catering
Wedding Catering
Funeral Teas
Finger Buffet
Special Buffet
Superior Buffet
Hot Buffets
Canaps
Baking
Delivery Services
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer freshly prepared buffets using quality Cumbrian ingredients.
- Our flexible menus cater to individual needs for any occasion.
- Established in 2006, we bring over 15 years of catering experience.
- We pride ourselves on exceptional value and tailored service.
- Our team ensures professional and sympathetic service for all events.
What people say
Fantastic buffet
Wonderful food
Excellent service
Delicious funeral tea
Recommend Applegarth Foods
Services
Corporate Catering
Applegarth Foods provides tailored corporate catering across Cumbria, offering flexible buffet options from simple sandwich platters to hot dinners. Using locally sourced ingredients, we ensure fresh, high-quality meals that impress guests at business functions, conferences, and team events. Our experience serving organisations like United Utilities and Cumbria County Council guarantees professional service and attention to detail for every occasion.
Wedding Catering
We specialise in creating memorable wedding catering experiences in Penrith and surrounding areas, offering both hot and cold buffet options for intimate gatherings or large celebrations. From 7-course dinners to 300-guest finger buffets, our menus are customised to reflect your preferences while maintaining exceptional quality. Clients praise our ability to deliver delicious food and seamless organisation, ensuring stress-free celebrations.
Funeral Teas
Our compassionate team provides dignified funeral tea catering services in Cumbria, offering traditional homemade baking and buffet spreads tailored to your requirements. Available for home or venue-based events, we prioritise sensitivity and professionalism, helping ease the burden during difficult times. Testimonials highlight our ability to create comforting, well-organised events that celebrate loved ones' lives.
Finger Buffet
This versatile buffet option features open and closed sandwiches, wraps, quiche, sausage rolls, crisps, dips, and homemade cakes. Designed for casual gatherings, it combines convenience with gourmet presentation, accommodating vegetarian and special dietary needs. Ideal for corporate events, birthdays, and christenings, the menu can be adapted to suit any occasion or guest count.
Baking
Our artisan baking range includes nearly 20 varieties of traybakes, cakes, and pies made using traditional recipes and local ingredients. From Malteser Cake to Toffee Tiffin, these items are perfect for picnics, packed lunches, or large-scale catering. Seasonal specials and wholesale options are available through local outlets and direct orders, ensuring fresh, homemade quality in every bite.
People
Kathleen Twentyman
Owner
Kathleen Twentyman founded Applegarth Foods in 2006, combining family recipes with Cumbrian ingredients to create a successful catering business. Her leadership has established the company's reputation for quality and reliability, serving diverse clients from private individuals to major organisations across Cumbria.
Questions
What areas do you cater to?
We deliver within a 60-mile radius of our base in Great Strickland, covering Penrith, Carlisle, Keswick, Kendal, and surrounding Cumbrian areas.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes, our buffet menus can be adapted to include vegetarian options and cater to specific dietary needs upon request.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least 4-6 weeks ahead for weddings and large events, though we'll accommodate shorter notice requests where possible.
Do you provide tableware and serving equipment?
Yes, we offer tableware, linen, and glassware hire to complement our catering services for your event.
What types of events do you cater for?
We specialise in weddings, corporate functions, funerals, and private parties, providing tailored menus for any occasion.
Reviews (4)
Estelle Nock
Dec 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Applegarth catered for my mother's funeral and were absolutely excellent. Kathleen's calm reassurance was invaluable, when organising the funeral tea, and the quality and presentation of the sandwiches, quiches and cakes was commented on, by everyone who attended.
Applegarth catered for my mother's funeral and were absolutely excellent. Kathleen's calm reassurance was invaluable, when organising the funeral tea, and the quality and presentation of the sandwiches, quiches and cakes was commented on, by everyone who attended.
Grace Parker
Jul 17, 2021
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Applegarth catered our recent wedding for 90 guests, Kathleen and the team were great. They were happy to work with us to create the menu we had in mind and were able to help with setting up tables, making after dinner cocktails and clearing tables down after the meal. The service was excellent and guests complemented the food and service. Kathleen was also amazing when we had to change our venue at the last minute! Thank you Applegarth x
Russell Holden
Jul 07, 2021
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Recent buffet delivery from Applegarth Foods was nicely presented with a great selection of tasty food. Food included sandwiches, quiches, pitta sandwiches, fruit, pies and a selection of tray bakes.
Deborah Wigham
Dec 06, 2018
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Wonderful funeral tea for Jill hay at culgaith village hall today 17th august 2018 the most amazing spread food was delicious & the staff were fabulous I can't fault anything it was a fantastic end to a very sad day as Jill was my sister xxxxx
