Ludlow Food Festival is back with a packed line-up, promising a feast of flavour, fun, and family entertainment.
Taking place from September 11 to 13, the 32nd edition of the festival returns to the historic Ludlow Castle, featuring more than 100 food and drink exhibitors, live demonstrations, and hands-on experiences.
This year’s programme includes a brand-new Food Theatre, live-fire cooking, a cookery school, and even more free activities included in the ticket price.
Martin Clemmey, chairman of Ludlow Food Festival, said: "Ludlow Food Festival has always been about celebrating outstanding local food and drink while creating a memorable day out or weekend for everyone.
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"This year we’ve invested heavily in giving visitors even more to experience, with a packed programme of free demonstrations, expert talks, workshops and interactive entertainment for the whole family."
The Food Theatre, developed in partnership with Wot’s Cooking, will feature demonstrations from top culinary names including Michelin-starred chef Nathan Outlaw, food writer Mallika Basu, and food anarchist George Egg.
Visitors can explore a wide variety of street food, artisan stalls, and independent producers, with global flavours, fermentation, seafood, and whole foods all taking centre stage.
The festival’s new Castle Kitchen will offer traditional and artisan demonstrations in the castle’s original kitchen, including morning butchery sessions and charcoal making.
Families can enjoy the newly launched Little Foodies Zone, featuring hands-on workshops, crafts, and dance and gymnastics sessions.
The festival will also include a Friday night party with live music from Call of the Kraken and DJs.
The party will also give guests the chance to try street food and local beers.
Ticketed events such as the Slow Food Feasts and the Fire & Feast evening will also return, offering unique dining experiences in the castle’s historic setting.
Mr Clemmey added: "We want people to leave inspired, having tasted something new, learnt a new skill and enjoyed a fantastic entertaining weekend at Ludlow Castle."
Ludlow Food Festival remains a not-for-profit event, organised by volunteers and supporting the region’s food and drink community.
Advance tickets are available now from the festival’s website at www.ludlowfoodfestival.co.uk.
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