FOODIE FESTIVALS
There’s no better way to celebrate the superb choice of fine food throughout the UK than by taking a trip to a festival!
Hampton Court Palace Food Festival
This family-friendly event will provide visitors with a huge array of delicious food and drink, while live music and a selection of pop-up bars are sure to create a convivial atmosphere. Of course, you also get to enjoy these culinary feasts while taking in the historic splendour of Hampton Court Palace itself.
When 27-29 August
Where Hampton Court Palace, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU ■ hrpfestivals.com/ hampton-court-palace
Where to stay Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site is around a 15-minute drive away
■ campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk
2 Essex Festival of Food & Drink
There’s bound to be something to tickle your tastebuds at this festival, with wine and beer tasting, a Barbecue Theatre and plant-based workshops all on offer. That’s on top of live music, delicious street food to sample, a cookery school for children, demonstrations by celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager, and much more!
When 18-19 June
Where Cressing Temple Barns, Witham Road, Cressing, Essex CM77 8PD ■ lovefoodevents.co.uk/essexfoodfestival
Where to stay It will take 20-25 minutes to drive to the festival from Colchester Country Park, a Regional Winner in our Top 100 Sites Guide 2022 ■ colchestercountrypark.com
3 Sausage and Cider Festival
If speed-eating sausages happens to be your superpower, the Sausage and Cider Fest could be your time to shine, with its ‘eat 1m of sausage’ contest. If not, there’s chilli-eating, music, and lots of tasty food and drink to enjoy at this evening event.
When 17 June
Where Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield HD1 4DT (and also at other locations throughout the year; visit the website for more information)
■ sausageandciderfest.co.uk/huddersfield
Where to stay Only a 15-minute drive away from the festival, you’ll find Holme Valley Camping and Caravan Park
■ holmevalleycamping.com
4 The Great British Food Festival
The magnificent 18th-century Harewood House hosts this wonderful food and drink festival. An artisan market is on offer, as are demonstrations by celebrity chefs, street food, live music and much more. There’s also the chance to put your baking skills to the test by entering the Cake Off – participants have free entrance to the festival and could win a prize!
When 2-5 June
Where Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds LS17 9LG (and other locations throughout the year, visit the website for more information) ■ greatbritishfoodfestival.com/ harewood-house
Where to stay Maustin Park, in the Dales, is about 10 minutes’ drive away ■ maustinpark.com
The Festival of Food and Drink
There will be plenty for the whole family to enjoy at this lively culinary event in the heart of Nottinghamshire, including the opportunity to sample great food from around the world, a Cookery Theatre, demonstrations by TV chefs and live music. It’s a fun atmosphere and a great way to try some new dishes.
When 17-18 September
Where Clumber Park, Worksop S80 3AZ ■ festivaloffoodanddrink.com
Where to stay Riverside Caravan Park, in Worksop is a 15-minute drive away ■ riversideworksop.co.uk
Foodies Festival Edinburgh
The Foodies Festival in Edinburgh is a great place to visit for a celebration of all things food-related. You’ll have the chance to watch skilled chefs – including MasterChef
Champions – creating their signature summer dishes, while the Cake and Bake Theatre will be the must-visit location to perfect your own cake-making skills. A chilli-eating contest, street food from around the world, and much more, will combine to make this event fun for all.
When 5-7 August
Where Inverleith Park, Arboretum
Place, Edinburgh EH3 5NY (and other locations throughout the year, visit the website for more information) ■ foodiesfestival.com/events/edinburgh
Where to stay It takes 10-15 minutes to reach the festival from Edinburgh Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
■ caravanclub.co.uk
Vegan Camp Out
There are no fewer than 60 food vendors confirmed for Vegan Camp Out. As well as delicious food, other activities will include yoga, music and talks. Each night, there will also be an afterparty where DJs perform, allowing the fun to continue. When 15-18 July
Where Stanford Hall, Stanford Road, Lutterworth, Leicestershire LE17 6DH ■ vegancampout.co.uk
Where to stay You can stay on site at the event – motorhome pitches with or without electric hook-up are available
Shrewsbury Food Festival
Cookery demonstrations by top chefs, and the chance to enjoy mouthwatering food and refreshing drinks, make Shrewsbury Food Festival the perfect spot for foodie motorcaravanners. This family-friendly event also provides lots of entertainment for the children, along with great live music from the best local bands.
When 25-26 June
Where Quarry Park, Shrewsbury SY1 1RN ■ shrewsburyfoodfestival.co.uk
Where to stay Only a 10-minute drive away, Love2Stay is ideal for taking in the wonders of historic Shrewsbury ■ love2stay.co.uk