Winchester: The Cheese & Chilli Festival 2026

at Cheese & Chilli Festival 2026 Tickets
Winchester Available from Sat 6 Jun to Sun 7 Jun

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The Cheese & Chilli Festival is back in Winchester for 2026! This year's event will bring an amazing array of tastes, colours and experiences to town in one of the best events in Hampshire this June.

Whether it's rain or shine, the Cheese & Chilli Festival is an event for the whole family to enjoy! Don't miss out, get your tickets today for the best prices online. 

What's on at Cheese & Chilli Festival 2026 in Winchester?

  • Wrestling Madness: See skilled wrestlers take to the ring in an epic wrestling matches, will the Cheese Corner or Chilli Corner win?
  • Cooking Theatre: Chilli Olly and Chilli Dave will be giving a number of cooking demonstrations and talks, as well as featuring some special guests. 
  • Chilli Challenge: A crazy 30 minutes of watching people try to devour a hot meal prepared by Olly and Dave the quickest!
  • Chilli-Eating Competition: Watch grown adults struggle to eat super hot fruits, with hilarious consequences in this firey contest!
  • Taste Tent: Sample sauces from various traders around the site, then be the judge of which ones your favourite in a ballot. 
  • Mat Follas: Winner of BBC Masterchef in 2009, Mat will be making an appearance at the Cheese & Chilli Festival where you can discover his products. 
  • Mini Fun Fair: Explore amusement rides and fairground games when the Mini Fun Fair arrives at Cheese & Chilli Festival. 
  • Live Music: Enjoy live music throughout both days, including Hot Tone Sinners and The Floor Fillerz on Saturday, as well as Millie Watson and Heavy Colours on Sunday. 
  • Kids Entertainment: Magic shows, treasure hunts, bubble parties, crazy golf, story-telling and more, there's plenty for kids to enjoy at the Cheese & Chilli Festival!
  • Cheese & Chilli: The stars of the show, there will be hand-picked selections of fantastic cheeses and the UK's leading chilli manufacturers in a truly tasty day out for the family. 
  • Many more exciting events and activities! 

Cheese & Chilli details:

  • Dates: 6th & 7th June 2026
  • Location: North Walls Recreation Ground, Winchester, SO23 8DJ

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Location

Cheese & Chilli Festival

North Walls Recreation Ground,
Winchester,
SO23 8DJ
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How to find us

By car: 

You can find the Cheese & Chilli Festival at North Walls Recreation Ground, Winchester, SO23 8DJ. 

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Whilst there are no allocated parking spaces available, the venue has an array of town centre parking facilities all around it. The closest pay and display car park is St Peters. 

By train: 

The nearest train station to the Cheese & Chilli Festival is Winchester Station, which is half a mile away from the site via Stockbridge Road, North Walls and then Park Avenue. 

By bus: 

There is a Park & Ride service that operates from South Park and stops at North Walls, which is only a short walk to the venue. 

Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Bars
  • Food stands
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Are dogs allowed at the Cheese and Chilli Festival?

Yes, dogs are welcome at all Cheese & Chilli Festival dates. If you bring your dog, please make sure to pick up after them and keep them on a lead at all times. 

Can children visit the Cheese and Chilli Festival for free?

Yes, all children up to and including the age of 15 can visit for free. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Who qualifies for a concession ticket at the Cheese and Chilli Festival?

Concession tickets are available to the following individuals: 

  • Seniors over 65
  • Disabled visitors 
  • Carers

Please provide ID in all cases at the door. 

Is there free parking at the Cheese and Chilli Festival?

Free parking is available at the Christchurch and Guildford festivals. At the Winchester and Chichester events, the local council offer access to town centre parking. 

Are there toilets at Cheese and Chilli Festival?

Yes, there are toilet facilities available at each of the festival locations. 

Is there a charge to enter the chilli-eating competitions at the Cheese and Chilli Festival?

No, the chilli-eating competitions are free to enter. 

When can I buy early bird tickets to the Cheese and Chilli Festival?

Early Bird Tickets are valid up until 8pm on the Wednesday prior to the event weekend. After this point, standard rates will take effect.

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