Local Produce and Regional Specialities Around Britain
Visiting food festivals is a great way to explore the country and discover local produce. Find a great selection taking place throughout the year .
Rye Bay Scallop Week
Not that you need a good excuse to visit the beautiful town of Rye, but this is a good one. The Rye Bay Scallop Week in East Sussex offers the perfect opportunity to indulge in seafood delights! The local restaurants showcase an array of different scallop dishes for visitors to enjoy.
February 2024
Wakefield Rhubarb Festival
The Rhubarb Festival is held in Wakefield, the ‘capital city of the rhubarb triangle’, which attracts visitors from around the country. The festival celebrates the industry and hosts cooking demonstrations and tours to the famous forcing sheds.
February 2024
Pontefract Liquorice Festival
Liquorice Festival with market stalls selling liquorice inspired food and drink, handmade crafts, fair trade goods and gifts. Take part in liquorice themed workshops and activities or learn the history of the unusual plant.
July 2024
Asapragus Festival
Delicious fresh asparagus! British Asparagus Festival in the Vale of Evesham.
April 2024
Alresford Watercress Festival
If you love that spicy, slightly bitter but delicious flavour of fresh watercress, then this is the weekend away for you. The Alresford Watercress Festival each May celebrates one of Britain’s greatest culinary delights and this Hampshire town’s famous crop. The market town will be full of the best local food and drink stalls, as well as arts and crafts.
May 2024
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival
Liquorice Festival with market stalls selling liquorice inspired food and drink, handmade crafts, fair trade goods and gifts. Take part in liquorice themed workshops and activities or learn the history of the unusual plant.
July 2024
Whitstable Oyster Fair
Seafood lovers, this one’s for you. The Whitstable Oyster Festival is an annual event held in Whitstable, Kent, England, each year to celebrate the town’s links with the oyster industry
September 2024
Falmouth Oyster Festival
Liquorice Festival with market stalls selling liquorice inspired food and drink, handmade crafts, fair trade goods and gifts. Take part in liquorice themed workshops and activities or learn the history of the unusual plant.
October 2024
Food Festivals Across the Country
Food festivals celebrating local cuisine and artisan fare are held throughout the year across the country. These weekend-long events offer an amazing opportunity to sample and savor the best of regional food and drink. Visitors can discover new favorite tastes while connecting directly with local producers, chefs, and exhibitors passionate about their craft.
Dozens of fantastic food and drink festivals feature top culinary talent, pop-up restaurant tastings, cooking demonstrations, and specialty producer booths. Live music and entertainment make for a lively festival atmosphere. The stunning spreads and dishes are all designed to delight your taste buds and make your mouth water.
Popular destinations for amazing food festivals range from agricultural countries in Somerset to foodie havens like Liverpool. The menus highlight fresh harvests, locally-sourced ingredients, and regional specialty dishes you won’t find anywhere else.
Immersing yourself in a food festival is the perfect way to experience the flavors, culture, and people behind your favorite local cuisines and artisan products. You’re sure to discover new favorite foods, drinks, and producers to seek out long after the festival is over.
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