🥗Freshly Prepared Fork (Ploughman’s) Buffets for Weddings, Parties & Celebrations
Our Fork (Ploughman’s) Buffet Menus are the perfect choice when you want something more substantial than finger food. Ideal for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, christenings, engagement parties and corporate events, these buffets offer generous portions, fresh ingredients and a great mix of meats, cheeses, salads and savoury favourites.
Choose from our popular Fork Buffet Menus or work with Emma to create a bespoke menu tailored to your event. We can also provide sandwich platters, cakes, fruit platters and more — ideal for gatherings of any size.
🌟 Catering That Makes Hosting Effortless
- 🥗 Hearty fork buffet & Ploughman’s menus freshly prepared in our Poole kitchen
- 🚚 Delivered chilled in our refrigerated vans
- 🕒 Ready to serve at your pace
- 🌱 Vegetarian, vegan & gluten‑free options available
- 🍽️ Ideal for weddings, family events & more substantial catering
Planning a celebration should feel exciting — not stressful.
Our Fork & Ploughman’s menus make it simple to serve a more substantial buffet with fresh, generous portions. Choose a ready‑made menu or mix and match your favourites to create a spread that suits your day perfectly.
🚚 Fresh, Flexible Catering Delivered Across Dorset
Every buffet is freshly prepared on the day using quality ingredients and delivered in our refrigerated vans to ensure maximum freshness and food safety. We’re a Poole‑based catering company delivering across Poole • Bournemouth • Christchurch • Wimborne • Ferndown • Dorchester • Blandford • Wareham • surrounding Dorset and West Hampshire areas, with minimum order values varying depending on distance and event timing.
Whether you’re planning a wedding, birthday, anniversary, christening, baby shower, engagement party or corporate event, our menus are flexible and easy to tailor. Choose one of our set menus or mix and match items to create something completely bespoke. We also offer sandwich platters, fruit platters, cakes and savoury add‑ons for gatherings of any size.
⭐ Ready to check availability?
Choose your preferred menu and tell us your date, guest numbers and location — we’ll confirm availability and send a quick, clear quote. No pressure, no hard sell — just friendly help from our small Poole‑based team.
Freshly Prepared for Your Celebration
Every buffet is freshly prepared on the day of your event using quality ingredients.
Everything arrives chilled in our refrigerated vans so you can serve with complete confidence.
Perfect for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, christenings and family gatherings.
Friendly Help With Planning
If you’re unsure which menu suits your celebration, need help with quantities, or want advice on dietary requirements, we’re here to make planning simple.
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free and other dietary needs are fully catered for.
Support is available by
Easy Booking & Clear Quotes
Tell us your date, location and guest numbers and we’ll confirm availability quickly.
You’ll receive a clear, tailored quote with no pressure or hard sell.
A £60 deposit secures your date, and final numbers can be adjusted up to 14 days before your event.
🥗 Fork (Ploughman’s) Buffet Menus
Hearty, generous Ploughman’s‑style buffets with meats, cheeses and salads for events where you want something more substantial.
Basic Ploughman’s Buffet
/ person – (min 40)
A simple, great‑value Ploughman’s buffet with all the essentials.
Selection of crusty baguettes
Sliced Cheese Platter
(e.g. Mature Cheddar, Brie, Applewood Smoked, Mexicana)
Sliced Meat Platter
(e.g. Ham, Turkey, Pastrami, Salami)
Selection of Chutneys
(e.g Sandwich Pickle, Red Onion, Apple & Real Ale)
Mixed Salad Bowls
Potato Salad
Coleslaw
Traditional Ploughman’s Buffet
/ person – (min 40)
A classic Ploughman’s buffet with added savoury favourites.
Selection of crusty baguettes
Sliced Cheese Platter
(e.g. Mature Cheddar, Brie, Applewood Smoked, Mexicana)
Sliced Meat Platter
(e.g Ham, Turkey, Pastrami, Salami)
Selection of Chutneys
(e.g Sandwich Pickle, Red Onion, Apple & Real Ale)
Quiche
Sausage Roll
Pork Pie
Vol‑au‑vents
Mixed Salad Bowls
Potato Salad
Coleslaw
Mighty Meaty Ploughman’s Buffet
/ person – (min 40)
A hearty, meat‑focused buffet ideal for hungry guests.
Selection of crusty baguettes
Sliced Cheese Platter
(e.g. Mature Cheddar, Brie, Applewood Smoked, Mexicana)
Sliced Meat Platter
(e.g. Ham, Turkey, Pastrami, Salami)
Selection of Chutneys
(e.g. Sandwich Pickle, Red Onion, Apple & Real Ale)
Chicken Drumsticks
Dipped & Dusted Chicken
Chicken Wings
Savoury Eggs
Spring Rolls
Mixed Salad Bowls
Potato Salad
Coleslaw
Italian Pasta Salad
Premium Ploughman’s Buffet
/ person – (min 40)
A premium buffet with a wide range of savoury favourites and extras.
Selection of crusty baguettes
Sliced Cheese Platter
(e.g. Mature Cheddar, Brie, Applewood Smoked, Mexicana)
Sliced Meat Platter
(E.g. Ham, Turkey, Pastrami, Salami)
Selection of Chutneys
(e.g. Sandwich Pickle, Red Onion, Apple & Real Ale)
Mushroom & Blue Cheese Arancini balls
Mini Chicken Skewers
Mini Pie Selection
Herby Pizza Bites
Gouda & Bacon Donuts
Mixed Salad Bowls
Potato Salad
Coleslaw
Italian Pasta Salad
Sweet Chilli Vegetable Rice
📞 Need Help? Speak to Emma
Need help choosing the right menu?
If you’re unsure which buffet suits your celebration, Emma is here to help. She can guide you through the menus, advise on quantities and dietary needs, and make sure everything feels effortless on the day.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for weekends and summer events. However, we can often accommodate last‑minute bookings depending on availability. Just send us your date and guest numbers and we’ll confirm quickly.
We deliver to homes, halls, wedding venues and event spaces across most of Dorset and West Hampshire, including Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wimborne, Ferndown, Dorchester, Blandford, Wareham and surrounding areas. Delivery is made in our refrigerated vans within your chosen one‑hour window.
Our Suggested buffet menus require a minimum of 40 guests. Minimum order values may vary depending on distance and event timing, and we’ll confirm this when you enquire. If you are catering for a smaller party we can adjust the menus to fit.
Absolutely. All menus are flexible, and you’re welcome to combine items or create a bespoke buffet that suits your celebration perfectly.
Yes — we can provide vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free and other dietary options. All items are clearly labelled so guests can choose confidently.
Please let’s know when you finalise your booking details.
All food is freshly prepared on the day and delivered chilled in our temperature‑controlled vans. Everything arrives ready to serve, with clear labelling for dietary needs.
All our food is presented on platters ready to serve and easily laid out when you are ready to eat. Or If requested at the time of booking — we can deliver everything to your venue and set it out neatly so it’s ready for your guests to enjoy. Disposable plates, cutlery and napkins are available on request.
Once you’ve chosen your menu, you can secure your date with a £60 deposit. The remaining balance is due 14 days before your event.
Yes — we can provide sandwich platters, cakes, fruit platters and savoury selections for smaller gatherings or add‑ons to larger buffets.
No problem — tell us your event details, guest numbers and any preferences, and we’ll recommend the best options for your celebration.
