Food & Drink

We cater for all kinds of private events – from business meetings and networking sessions to special celebrations.

To ensure everything runs smoothly, we recommend using our trusted catering partners who are experienced in serving food on board. Café Ambio is our preferred caterer and has a strong reputation for quality and reliability. They’ve created a selection of delicious menus designed to suit a range of tastes and occasions (see below). While the menus are thoughtfully curated with popular choices, there is some flexibility if you have specific requirements.

If you choose to use your own caterer, they must:

• Provide staff for the event

• Supply a copy of their public liability insurance

• Please note: an additional surcharge will apply

For drinks, you’re welcome to bring your own wine or Champagne for a welcome drink. This is subject to a small corkage fee, and we’ll take care of storing, chilling (if needed), pouring, and providing glasses – all ready for your guests as they step aboard.

Bringing Your Own Food and Drink

• On our Traditional Wooden Launches (non-licensed vessels), you're free to bring your own food and drinks with no extra charges.

• On our Modern Launches and Steamers (licensed vessels), any self-supplied refreshments will incur a surcharge and corkage fees.

If you have any questions or need help tailoring your event, we’re here to help.

Sample Menus

Deck Hands Lunch - £21.00 per person

• Selection of Sandwiches on Wholemeal or White Farmhouse Bread: • Egg and Watercress • Roast Ham and Piccalilli • Cheese Savoury • Tuna Lemon Mayo • Coronation Chickpea
  
• Homemade Red Cabbage and Apple Coleslaw
• Honey and Mustard Glazed Cumberland Sausage
• Dressed Salad
• Root Vegetable Crisps
• Piri Piri spiced Cumbrian Chicken Strips

Add a choice of 2 desserts from the dessert list for £27.50 per person.

Pie and Pea supper - £21.00 per person

Your guests will love our selection of Homemade Pies served with Mushy Peas, Pickled Beetroot and Red Cabbage, Homemade Gravy.

• Meat and Potato
• Steak and Vegetable
• Chicken, Bacon and Leek
• Cheese and Onion

Add a choice of 2 desserts from the dessert list for £27.50 per person.

Afternoon Tea Box - £23.75 per person

• Ambio’s Famous Fruit Scone
• Clotted Cream, Jam and Butter
• Roast Ham and Piccalilli Roll
• Homemade Sausage Roll
• Chocolate Brownie
• Carrot Cake
• Add Prosecco for an extra £6.50 per person

To see the full range of menus on offer, please see our charter menu information.

To discuss your catering requirements and to make a booking, please call us on 015394 42600 or email us.