The journal
Stories from the road.
Real weddings, parties and celebrations we've cooked at across Norfolk and beyond - told, mostly, by Sophie.
Latest · August 2026 · 3 MIN
How many canapés should you allow?
Planning a wedding, corporate function, or milestone celebration? Here is our quick guide to choosing the ideal canapé count per guest.
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August 2026 · 5 MIN
Behind the Scenes: We’re Back, We’re Busy, and We’re Brighter Than Ever!
We’re officially back with a fresh name, a new look, and a promise to keep you in the loop with honest behind-the-scenes updates from Rudd Catering.
August 2026 · 3 MIN
Venues We Love
Norfolk is home to an incredible array of stunning wedding and event spaces. Here are a few close to our hearts that truly stand out.
August 2026 · 4 MIN
What Does Wedding Catering Actually Cost?
The true cost of wedding catering is determined by several interconnected factors. Here is how we break them down, so you can plan with confidence.
April 2026 · 2 MIN
Funeral Wake Buffets
Introducing a part of our business we're hoping to expand this year - a simple, professional wake catering delivery service.
January 2026 · 3 MIN
Blogs are back!
A gentle start to the year at Godwick Great Barn - a simple 9-piece buffet for an 80th birthday, and back on the socials.
September 2025 · 4 MIN
Weddings, festival catering and a new arrival!
As another wedding season closes - private dining, a two-week festival crew, cocktail masterclasses, and baby Max joining team Rudd.
May 2025 · 5 MIN
Kick starting the wedding season!
Our 2025 season began at The Red Barn with S & C - Tracy's full hire and flower package, sloe gin Prosecco, and lemon cheesecake.
January 2025 · 4 MIN
Winter wedding at the Red Barn
B & J brought traditions from South America and here together, with burgundy florals, calamari canapés and late-night mac & cheese.
December 2024 · 5 MIN
Service with a secret
Two of our “waiters” at A & D's wedding weren't waiters at all - a surprise from the bride's mum that stopped the room.
October 2024 · 4 MIN
Castle celebration!
A 30th at Middleton Castle - 1994 fancy dress, King's Lynn brown shrimp on toast, and Norfolk fillet of beef from Priors of West Lynn.
October 2024 · 4 MIN
A very belated birthday party
J's 21st was cancelled by covid. Four years later, we finally threw the party - hog roast, salted caramel cheesecake, and a speech that stole the show.
October 2024 · 4 MIN
Afternoon Tea by the sea
A blessing and celebration in Heacham for A & F - Pimms reception, grazing boards, and F's mother visiting from Brazil for the first time.
September 2024 · 3 MIN
Bubbles at the barn
Little Bubbles - our Piaggio Ape Prosecco van - came out of her den for C & T's His and Hers reception at The Red Barn.
September 2024 · 3 MIN
Historic house party
A joint birthday party in a beautiful historic house in the centre of King's Lynn - Scottish-themed tables and a basement disco.
August 2024 · 4 MIN
Glorious Godwick
Back at Godwick Great Barn for C & D - long bare tables with burgundy napkins, a barrel bar in the ruins, and three desserts (yes, three).