FAQs

The Cart Shed Frequently Asked Questions

Please see below the most asked questions… 

Can I taste The Cart Shed’s Food?

We try to host tasting events at The Beverley Barn, East Yorkshire, twice a year and attend most of their wedding showcases. We can also be seen at some public events throughout the year. Contact us directly for our next tasting event. 

What do the prices include?

The pricing includes VAT, delivery, set up, staffing, cutlery and crockery. 

Are we VAT registered? 

Yes.

Do you provide cutlery and crockery?

We supply disposable, eco-friendly bamboo plates and wooden cutlery as standard.

Where can I hire tablecloths and napkins? 

We recommend hiring table cloths & napkins from local company, Laundry Serv. 

Do you cater for allergies and intolerances?

Yes, all food allergies, intolerances, food traditions, religious preferences and dietary requirements can be catered for if we know at your 8 week planning meeting.

How do you cater for vegan guests or guests with allergies / intolerances?

Although we do our utmost to avoid certain allergens, we cannot guarantee the absence of certain food groups or allergens (including nuts and gluten) from any of our food.

Is there a minimum order?

Yes. There is a minimum order for the BBQ packages of 50 servings.

There is a minimum order for the Hog Roast of 80 servings.

There is a pizza minimum of 50 pizzas.

For catering outside The Beverley Barn, there is a minimum order quantity of 30 portions.

Do you use locally sourced ingredients?

Where we can we use locally sourced ingredients or locally produced food.

For example, we buy all our meat including the pig for the hog roast, sausages, pork steaks, pork pies and sausage rolls from one of Yorkshire’s finest butchers Leaks of Market Weighton.

We also try to support independent businesses and try to use these for services and support where we can.

What if I need to cancel my booking with The Cart Shed?

Cancellation of events less than 8 weeks prior to the event, will result in the forfeiture of the full balance.

Are there any travel costs?

There are no travel costs if within 30 miles of Beverley, East Yorkshire.

Do you have insurance?

Yes, we have our own catering insurance and 5* food hygiene rating from East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

Who serves the food?

We have a loyal and committed team who will prepare and serve the food.

How do I secure the date?

You can secure the date by emailing catering@the-cartshed.co.uk with the date you would like to book for. We will then issue your Booking Form, Contract and Booking Fee Invoice. We can then look at specific food options and choices on the run up to your special occasion.

Is there anything we can be working on in preparation for our event?

Yes! Just for starters….

- Take a look through our social media accounts for inspiration!

- Make a start on compiling a list of guests and consider if they have any diary requirements

When will we need to make a final decision on catering?

We really must have all choices at your 8 week meeting along with a room layout plan, seating plan and a list of guest allergy, intolerance and religious preferences.

What happens if we would like to cancel our booking with The Cart Shed Catering?

Our Terms and Conditions stand if you wish to cancel your booking.

If we decide to cancel our booking with The Cart Shed do we get our Booking Fee back?

We cannot return any monies paid.