From the article: British Food Festivals
Food festivals are now as synonymous with the British summer and autumn as is the inclement weather. On each and every weekend there is a festival taking place somewhere. Check them out and see if there is one near you, it's a great day out and is a great bonus to the local economy.
If you have a food or drink festival taking place let us know by filling out the form below. All entries will be moderated, so no junk or spam please. What,Where,When is Yours?
If you have a food or drink festival taking place let us know by filling out the form below. All entries will be moderated, so no junk or spam please. What,Where,When is Yours?
Isle of Man Queenie Festival
- The Isle of Man Queenie Festival - 30 June - 1 July. Live music, seafood, chef demos, touch tanks and entertainment for all the family. Visit www.queeniefestival.com
- —Guest Nickop
Hampshire Farmers' Markets
- Join us at Port Solent Food Festival for a behind the scenes look at some of Port Solent's best loved restaurants as expert chefs and sommeliers share some top tips of the trade there will also be an opportunity to taste and sample the very best of Hampshire with producers of Hampshire Farmers' Markets bringing a wide variety of local seasonal produce that has been farmed, baked, bottled or pickled from within Hampshire. Family entertainment throughout the day. Just turn up! 01420 588671
- —HampshireFarmersMarket
CHEF:FIELD a 48hr food festival
- Showcasing the finest food brands from around the UK. Our 2 tone festival explores the relationship between what comes out of the field (FIELD)and what happens after the harvest (CHEF) A bustling 2 day programme of cookery schools, demonstrations, lectures, masterclasses by The School of Artisan Food (‘Such Brilliance..an idea that will change the food culture’ Sheila Dillon BBC Radio 4 Food programme) and The Milestone (‘For me it is a rare and lovely find’ Jay Rayner) as well as specialist bars, restaurants, entertainment, cocktail bars from London’s biggest names and dedicated gourmet points for those needing quick fixes of champagne and oysters. A culmination of the first day’s food and cookery classes will be with the festival’s ‘garden’ dinner for guests, sponsors, press and brands. Hosted over 2 days the 18th and 19th September 2010, The City of Sheffield www.cheffieldfestival.com
- —CHEFFIELD
How About Oysters?
- The Falmouth Oyster Festival takes place in October - four days celebrating the return of the succulent bivalve. And don't forget the West Deal Chilli Fiesta and the Isle of Wight Garlic Festival in August. Or The Great British Cheese Festival in Cardiff and...
- —Londonferne
British Seafood Festival
- The British Seafood Festival runs from the 29th May till the 11th of June in restaurants throughout Yorkshire. Sponsored by Ramus Seafoods ,the festival aims to promote fabulous and sustainable British Seafood. The participating restaurants will all feature a special offer 2 to 3 course British Seafood menu during the promotional period. Also in store at Ramus Seafoods shops, in Harrogate and Ilkley, there will be special offers and tastings focusing on the range of classic British Fish including east coast crabs and lobsters, Baxters potted shrimps and the amazing Halibut farmed on the Hebridean Island of Gigha. There will also be a Grand British Seafood Festival Day out hosted by Ramus Seafoods held at the Clark Foley Center in Ilkley on Sunday the 27th June. There will be tastings and demonstrations throughout the day as well as a seafood bar serving a range of mouthwatering dishes. For more information visit www.britishseafoodfestival.com or www.ramus.co.uk
- —Guest Ramus Seafoods
Worcester Food and Drink Festival
- Heart Food Worcester Food and Drink Festival on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th August 2010 from 10am-3pm at Worcester Racecourse Grandstand, Worcester. Showcasing some of the best produce that the Midlands has to offer. This event is free for the public to attend – so book the date in your diary today! Find out more at www.heartfood.co.uk.
- —Guest Heart Food
The Rosendale Food and Drink Festival
- With lighter evenings and warmer weather making an appearance, make sure you don’t miss The Rosendale Food and Drink Festival on Sunday 30th and Monday 31st May 2010. Open from Midday – 10pm The Rosendale Food and Drink Festival promises to be a fantastic day out for all the family. With face painting on offer for younger children, a DJ and band will appeal to those looking for something a little more adult. A sizzling barbeque will be available all day and some of the greatest English ales, wines and cider will also be on offer. For further information on The Rosendale Food and Drink Festival or for general enquiries, please visit www.therosendale.co.uk or contact us on 020 8670 0812.
- —Guest The Rosendale - West Dulwich
Hampshire Food Festival July 1st-31st
- This year’s Hampshire Food Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary with a packed programme of events throughout July (1st-31st), showcasing the fabulous food and drink grown, reared and produced in Hampshire on the south coast of England. ‘Celebrity chefs’ taking part include James Martin, Raymond Blanc, Atul Kochhar, Alex Aitken, John Burton Race, Ed Baines and vegetarian food writer Rose Elliot. Join farm, brewery and vineyard tours, cookery demonstrations, workshops for adults and children, open days, tastings, Hampshire Farmers' Markets, Festival dinners and more. Download the Festival programme and sign up to receive local food news at www.hampshirefare.co.uk or call 0845 603 5638 for your free copy.
- —HampshireFare
Mortimer Country Food Fair
- Third annual Country & Food Festival at Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan on Saturday 10 July 2010. Free parking with small entry charge per head (£1.00). A rural event show-casing small-scale food producers & micro-businesses from the Welsh Marches. There will be food stalls, demonstrations, book signings & a strawberry jam competition. Lots for children too! Organised by the owners of Aardvark Books & Carolyn Chesshire of Food Tourism this one-day show has all the ingredients for a great day out! Find in on the north Herefordshire/south Shropshire borders where England meets Wales. It will be well signed off the A4113 between Leintwardine and Knighton(Powys) Post code: SY7 0DH or contact Carolyn via www.lowerbuckton.co.uk or www.foodtourism.co.uk
- —Agaqueen
Malton - We Love Malton
- Saturday May 22nd in Malton Market Place, Malton, North Yorkshire. A one day festival with guest chefs, food producers, activities for kids and whole host of other food and drink related activities. Really is a great day out. http://www.welovemalton.co.uk
- —ElaineLemm
