There are some fantastic autumn food weekends in the UK. Whether you’re into artisan produce or the most stunning botany, this weekend is guaranteed to have something to suit your taste buds.
New Forest
The New Forest has some fantastic opportunities for foodies in autumn. You can visit a local fruit orchard, enjoy a traditional New Forest cream tea, and see a huge variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables in the countryside. The New Forest is a fantastic place to go for a family outing, and there are a number of food events happening throughout the year.
Carmarthenshire
If you love eating local food, the autumn season is a great time to explore Carmarthenshire. This partly coastal area is home to some award-winning food producers and diverse landscapes. The county has a great mix of outdoor activities that you can enjoy all year round. It is located between Pembrokeshire and the Gower Peninsula in South West Wales.
Bath
The autumn season is a wonderful time to explore the UK’s great food and drink scene. From Yorkshire’s famous gourmet farmer’s markets to the succulent seafood of Kent, autumn in England offers a diverse range of food and drink experiences.
North Yorkshire Moors
Autumn is the perfect time to indulge in some of the finest food in the UK. From scrumptious seafood to foraged delights, the autumn months bring a feast of flavours to savour. North Yorkshire’s rich natural heritage also provides some of the best opportunities to sample local produce. There are plenty of foodie activities to take part in, including foraging on the shoreline and artisanal bread-making classes.
Melton Mowbray
The East Midlands Food Festival is one of the country’s largest and most interesting food festivals. This weekend will offer the chance to sample food from across the region and beyond. This event will feature gourmet delicacies, artisan cheese, and charcuterie. As one of the largest food festivals in the UK, it will also feature a number of local cider and beer producers and spirits companies.
Melton Mowbray food festival
For over a century, the Melton Mowbray food festival has been a staple of the town’s agricultural scene. Its annual event includes a Street Food arena, where you can sample a variety of international cuisines. Other highlights include a farmers market and an antique market. The town has also hosted a weekly market for almost a thousand years, and its market has been mentioned in the Domesday Book since the 11th century. It also received the royal seal of approval in 1324.
Taste Cumbria
In the UK, autumn is a great time for food festivals. In the Lake District, the annual Taste Cumbria festival draws 40,000 visitors each year and is considered one of the country’s best. The event has a wide range of activities and is packed with independent producers. There’s a kids’ zone, hedgerow-based cordials, and artisan cheeses.
Allium at Askham Hall Penrith
Located within the Askham Hall hotel, Allium at Askham Hall Penrith has recently gained a Michelin star. Head chef Richard Swale uses seasonal and local produce to create a unique dining experience. The kitchen also raises its own chickens. The menu offers dishes such as turbot with gnocchi and geranium cream with Campari granita. A maitre de maison talks guests through wine pairings and helps them select the right one.
