Devon’s food is one of the key reasons why many people love to come and visit. Here are some great food festivals which really showcase the Westcountry and its culinary delights.
Dartmouth Food Festival
Started in 2002, this first-class feast of entertainment featuring workshops, seminars, tastings, competitions, demonstrations and over 120 hand-picked exhibitors (70% of which are from Devon). It truly is a great event to showcase the best that the South West has to offer – from Ashridge Cider and Cornish Seasalt through to the Dartington Dairy and South Devon Chilli Farm. Taking place on Friday 25th – Sunday 27th October 2024 anyone and everyone is welcome to come along and take part without being charged an entry fee. FIND OUT MORE
Powderham Food Festival
Powderham Food Festival has become, in a short space of time, an established event on the Devon ‘foodie calendar’. The festival attracts both exhibitors and visitors from far and wide across the South West, not just Devon. Situated around 30 miles from Torquay, Powderham Castle is in a unique, picturesque setting within an ancient deer park beside the Exe estuary. Located just south of Exeter, Powderham Castle is easily accessible from Torquay via the South Devon Highway. This year’s festival will take place on 5th & 6th October 2023 and is open from 10:00 – 17:00. FIND OUT MORE
England’s Seafood FEAST
Between 27th September – 13th October 2024, England’s Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses. You will be able to immerse yourself in England’s Seafood FEAST, eating some of the best seafood in the world and experiencing the very best the English Riviera has to offer. This isn’t a conventional festival with a big marquee – instead you can enjoy a whole range of things to eat and do at venues across Brixham, Paignton and Torquay. FIND OUT MORE
Abbfest Food, Beer and Music Festival, Newton Abbot
A wonderful weekend full of live music, locally produced beer and cider, chef demonstrations and a food and craft market packed full of local artisan producers. Dates: 19 – 22 September 2024. Abbfest’s main aim is to to raise funds for the community and local charities and promote local drink, food, craft and entertainment. Featuring over 200 locally produced beers and ciders to choose from, as well as a gin, wine and a Pimms & Prosecco bar, PLUS the best of local street food, and a fabulous musical line up. FIND OUT MORE
So why not come and visit the Westcountry and sample the great local food and drink for yourselves. Combined with our outstanding countryside and stunning coastline, what more could you ask for from a break in Torquay? TLH LEISURE RESORT
Please note: Dates, times and events correct at time of publication. We cannot be held responsible for changes to these details.