Step into the heart of one of Britain’s most celebrated food towns and experience two Ludlow Food Festivals
Ludlow is the original food and drink festival that continues to set the standard for flavour, creativity and culinary inspiration!
Held in the historic market town of Ludlow, this much-loved festival brings together the very best of the Marches region, showcasing outstanding local produce alongside an exciting programme of demonstrations, talks, tastings and hands-on activities.
Highlights of the Ludlow Food Festivals
Ludlow Food & Drink Festival is packed with entertainment, demonstrations and hands-on experiences, with something exciting happening across the castle throughout the weekend.
- Food Theatre: Get closer to the action in the new Food Theatre, where leading chefs showcase seasonal recipes, professional techniques and culinary inspiration in a programme of live, interactive demonstrations.
- The Fire Arena: Hosted by the legendary DJ BBQ, the Kadai Fire Stage is home to spectacular live-fire cooking. Watch some of the UK’s biggest barbecue personalities cook over flames, sharing expert techniques, bold flavours and plenty of entertainment in one of the festival’s most popular attractions.
- Festival Shopping: Browse more than 120 artisan food and drink producers, all selected from the Marches and surrounding counties. Discover award-winning cheeses, charcuterie, preserves, baked goods, chocolates, spirits, cider, beer, kitchenware and gourmet gifts while supporting independent businesses.
- Family Fun: Ludlow Food & Drink Festival is a fantastic day out for all ages. Free family activities run throughout the weekend, with the brand-new Kids Kitchen offering hands-on food experiences including food photography, cookery sessions and an exciting programme of activities, alongside gymnastics and interactive entertainment designed to inspire the next generation of food lovers.
- The Slow Food Garden: Discover the Slow Food Garden, where 16 Slow Food producers celebrate traditional skills, biodiversity and outstanding local food. Enjoy Barrel Talks & Tastings, visit the Slow Food Bar, and on Friday and Saturday evenings experience the Slow Food Feast in the Beacon Rooms, hosted by Chef Steve ‘The Hungry Guy’.
- Cookery School & Workshops: Learn more with free demos of artisan skills, including butchery, knife skills and charcoal making. Food and drink workshops start from £10, with experiences such as foraging trails, offering something for curious cooks of every level.
- Talks & Book Signings: Hear from acclaimed chefs, food writers and artisan producers as they share their stories, ideas and expertise. Many sessions include audience Q&As and exclusive book signings, giving visitors the chance to meet some of the biggest names in food
A Packed Programme of Food, Fire & Flavour
- Ludlow Food Festival details:
- Date: 11th, 12th & 13th September 2026
- Ages: All ages!
- Location: Ludlow Castle, Castle Square, Ludlow, SY8 1AY
- Whether you come to learn, taste, shop or simply soak up the atmosphere, Ludlow Food Festival promises an unforgettable celebration of food done properly.
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