Summer 2016 UK food and drink festivals and events
Summer is here, and as the days are longer and warmer there are a host of foodie festivals and events to enjoy.
Stuck for something to do over the coming weekends? Why not find your nearest food and drink event and stock up on some ingredients, or learn something new at a masterclass?
All details listed below are correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of writing. Events may be more expensive if you pay on the door. Please feel free to recommend other events in the comments section below, but no trade events please.
Some outdoor festivals may be called off in poor weather, so you'd be wise to check they are going ahead before travelling
Rock Oyster Festival Summer Party
What: This festival promises artisan food stalls, international musicians and kitchen demonstrations from UK chefs! There's also yoga, a beer tent and lots of Porthilly oysters and St Moritz mussels to enjoy!
When: 15-16 July
Where: Dinham House, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6RH
More info: Facebook
Lambeth Country Show
What: There's traditional county fair produce like home-grown jams and chutneys and horticultural shows and sheep dog and owl displays for you to enjoy at the Lambeth Country Show. Music is a big part of the show and this year there will be a distinctively urban south London vibe.
When: 16-17 July
Where: Brockwell Park, Brixton, London
Cost: Free
More info: www.lambethcountryshow.co.uk
Bodiam Castle Food Festival
What: A family friendly festival suitable for all where you can choose from a wide selection of gourmet burgers, retro ice creams and artisan beers. There will also be live cooking demonstrations with local chefs and lots of activities for everyone to enjoy.
When: 16-17 July
Where: Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, TN32 5UA
Cost: The event is free, but usual visitor/ground fees to the castle apply unless you're a National Trust member. Adult tickets are £8.20, child tickets and £4.10 and family tickets are £20.50.
More info: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Mouth Of The Tweed Local Food Festival
What: A real local food festival which celebrates food and drink produced within a 16-mile radius of Berwick-upon-Tweed. There will be local producers, street food stands and traditional music with Bear Claw micro-brewery ales to enjoy too.
When: 21 July
Where: Berwick Quayside, Dewars Lane Granary, Tweedmouth, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1HJ.
Cost: Free entry.
More info: www.mouthofthetweed.co.uk or www.visitberwick.com
JUST EAT Food Fest
What: A food festival in Shoreditch where you can enjoy a jam-packed weekend of world-class cuisine plus entertainment and music. You can pick food from Whaam Banh Mi, Gyms Kitchen, Dum Dum Donutterie and so much more!
When: 22-24 July
Where: Red Market, London, EC1V 9LA
Cost: Free entry.
More info: www.just-eat.co.uk/london/foodfest
The Jerk Off 2016
What: This is a festival with a twist as it is actually a BBQ competition, which offers you the chance to taste the dishes. There's also some live music, a funfair for the kids, circus performers and Caribbean catering.
When: 23 July
Where: 77 Segensworth Rd, Titchfield, Fareham, Hampshire PO15
Cost: Early Bird tickets available now! Adults £25 and children tickets are £10.
More info: http://thejerkoff.org/
Peterborough Sausage and Cider Music Festival 2016
What: A three-day food and music festival. Musical acts include a Robbie Williams tribute band, Michael Jackson tribute and a Kasabian tribute. There will also be large selections of sausage-based foods and ciders.
When: 29-31 July
Where: Elton Hall, Peterborough, PE8 6SH
Cost: Ticket prices vary depending on whether you choose to camp or not. An adult weekend camping & entry ticket is £39.99 + booking fee, under 16s weekend camping & entry ticket is £24.99+ booking fee etc.
More info: www.eventbrite.co.uk
Yorkshire Dales Food And Drink Festival
What: This is a festival that promotes the 'Field to Fork' ethos and hopes to show the finest food, drink and chefs from the Yorkshire Dales region. With James Martin and the Hairy Bikers among the line-up, this is an event you won't want to miss.
When: 30-31 July
Where: CCM Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Rd, Skipton BD23 1UD
Cost: Ticket prices vary from £6-£25 depending on your chosen activity.
More info: www.yorkshiredalesfoodanddrinkfestival.com
Multi and Thai Cultural Food Festival
What: A two-day event which will include world food & produce stalls, a mixed culture costume parade, culture dances and a costume fashion show. The event displays a varied mix of cultural entertainment for the whole family to enjoy!
When: 30-31 July
Where: Bristol Millennium Square, Canons Way, Bristol BS1 5DB
Cost: A two day entrance ticket is £6 and a one-day entrance ticket (Buy-2-get-1-free) is £8.
More info: www.desythai.com
Great Dorset Chilli Festival 2016
What: Described as the hottest day out in Dorset! This is an event sure to be enjoyed by chilli enthusiasts, food lovers and families. Stalls will sell all things chilli from cayenne condiments to ceramics, and there'll be cooking demonstrations to see too.
When: 30-31 July
Where: St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, Dorset
Cost: Advanced tickets are available until noon, Monday 25 July. Advanced adult tickets are £6, 11 to 16-years-old tickets are £2.50, children under 10-years-old go free and family tickets are £14.50.
More info: www.greatdorsetchillifestival.co.uk
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