Best food events for autumn

Meander down to the Cotswolds for a fusion of music and munching with culinary duo Jamie Oliver and Alex James.

Held on Alex’s farm in Oxfordshire, the jam-packed weekend features fantastic food and famous faces. Spot musician Jamie Cullum or attend talks from famous chefs Rachel Khoo, Gennaro Contaldo or Jamie himself. Plus, there are cookery workshops and family activities to keep even the most fidgety of food-eaters happy.

Adult day tickets start from £32 jamieoliver.com/thebigfeastival/buy-tickets

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With shops near Borough Market and Covent Garden, this dairy is at the heart of the London cheese scene. Along with a selection of British and Irish produce (plus the odd European offering), the team at NYD also holds cheese classes at their market warehouse.

Our pick for autumn is the domestic dairying workshop. Over the course of a morning, you’ll have the opportunity to craft your own cheese, learn about the cheese-making processes and sample some yourself! Later in the season, look out for the winter warmers events, which pair big flavours with British ales.

Cheese classes start from £60: nealsyarddairyshop.co.uk

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This fortnight aims to flaunt Scottish produce – so local businesses, professional chefs and food fanatics throughout the country are involved!

We can’t wait for Best of the West Festival at the stunning Inveraray Castle in Argyll: featuring seafood from Loch Fyne and Inverawe, plus music from contemporary Scottish bands Skerryvore and Capercaillie, this is guaranteed to be a great weekend.
 
Adult weekend tickets £25; castle access is extra. See bowfest.co.uk and scottishfoodanddrinkfortnight.co.uk.

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As if you need an excuse to head to a food fest, this one is situated in the lush landscaped gardens of Arley Hall. After you’ve had a meander and munch by the cookery and craft stalls, explore the environs of Viscount Ashbrook’s stately home.

Peppered with Grade I and II listed buildings, the grounds also offer wildlife trails, adventure courses and picnic areas where you can snack on your purchases. 

Adult fee is £6.50 for one day and children can enter for £2.50. Buy tickets at cheshirefoodfestival.com or on the day. 

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We do like to be beside the seaside… so why not head to Cornwall to experience some coastal and culinary delights?

Now in its 25th year, the Newlyn Festival boasts the best of local fare: expect oysters, hotpots and Cornish curries! There are also a variety of artisan stands to explore, as well as harbour tours for smaller sailors.

Tickets are £5 or free for under 16s and are sold on entry. See the full programme online newlynfishfestival.org.uk

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