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Devon

Catering in
Exeter

Catering in Exeter — Devon's County City, Properly Catered Exeter is Devon's county city and one of the south-west's busiest event destinations. From the cathedral quarter and university campuses to the Quay and Sandy Park stadium, the city hosts corporate events, weddings, private celebrations and community gatherings year-round. Salt Wind Catering delivers freshly made buffets, charcoal BBQ, hog roasts and giant pan catering to venues across Exeter and the surrounding area.

Devon's county city with a cathedral and university · ~2 hours from our Redruth kitchen

Event catering in Exeter — Salt Wind Catering
5-Star Hygiene Rating NCASS Accredited (National Catering Assurance Scheme) Fully Self-Sufficient Based in Redruth, Cornwall

Catering in Exeter — Why Choose Salt Wind?

Exeter — Devon's county city with a cathedral and university. We're approximately ~2 hours from our Redruth kitchen, and we deliver here regularly. As Devon's county city, Exeter hosts a wide range of corporate events, university functions, and celebrations. We travel regularly for larger bookings.

Salt Wind Catering is a family-run mobile catering company based in Redruth, Cornwall. We cover Exeter and all surrounding areas, delivering freshly prepared event food for weddings, corporate events, parties, funerals, and private functions.

We've catered events near Exeter Cathedral, Royal Albert Memorial Museum, University of Exeter and throughout the wider Exeter area. Common bookings here include university events, corporate conferences, cathedral functions.

Unlike venue-tied caterers, we're completely self-contained — we bring our own cooking equipment, gazebos, serving stations, and waste management. No venue kitchen, no power supply, and no hidden extras. Our prices are fixed and published on every menu page.

What Makes Us Different

  • No wedding markup — same price for weddings as any other event
  • Fully self-sufficient — gas, charcoal, and equipment all on the van
  • 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating from Cornwall Council
  • NCASS Accredited — independently audited food safety standards
  • Trusted by NHS, National Grid, Cornwall Council, WWF, and Savills
  • Transparent pricing — all prices include VAT and delivery to Devon

We operate across all of Cornwall and selected Devon locations, with our base in Redruth making Exeter well within our regular delivery area. Whether you need a simple sandwich platter for 15 or a live hog roast for 300, we handle it the same way — proper food, cooked properly.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Catering in Exeter

How much does catering cost in Exeter?
Event catering in Exeter starts at £6.75pp for cold buffets and sandwich platters. Hot fork buffets from £8.50pp, BBQ catering from £7.50pp per person, hog roasts from £8.50pp, and giant pan paella from £10.95pp. All prices include delivery to Devon. Popular bookings in Exeter include university events, corporate conferences, cathedral functions.
Do you deliver to Exeter?
Yes — We're based in Redruth, approximately ~2 hours from Exeter, and we cover Exeter and all surrounding areas in Devon. We've catered events near Exeter Cathedral and Royal Albert Memorial Museum. Call us on 01209 206255 to confirm your postcode.
How far in advance should I book catering in Exeter?
For most events in Exeter we need at least 48 hours' notice. For BBQ and giant pan paella we ask for 5 days. Hog roasts, large events (150+ guests) and chocolate fountain hire require 7 days' notice. For weddings and corporate events, booking 4–12 weeks ahead is recommended.
What catering services do you offer in Exeter?
We provide the full range in Exeter: hot and cold buffets, BBQ, hog roast, giant pan paella, afternoon tea, seafood platters, breakfast catering, funeral catering, and corporate lunches. We're a self-contained mobile catering team — no venue kitchen or power required. As Devon's county city, Exeter hosts a wide range of corporate events, university functions, and celebrations. We travel regularly for larger bookings.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. Every menu has vegetarian and vegan options. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free alternatives are available on request. We declare all 14 major allergens — please mention specific requirements when enquiring.
How does the booking process work for Exeter events?
Contact us by phone or via our quote form with your date, location in Exeter, number of guests, and preferred menu. We'll confirm availability and send a detailed quote, usually within 2 hours during business hours. A 30% deposit secures your date.

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