Great British Food Festival, Chiswick House & Gardens

If sampling the wares of artisan food producers, watching chef demos, cheering on ‘men vs food’ challenges and learning the tricks of the trade from the Bake-Off stars sounds like your idea of heaven, we have just the event for you: The Great British Food Festival returns this summer, popping up in various grand locations including Chiswick House & Gardens (12 – 14 July).

As well as enjoying all the perks of a typical summer festival – live music, street entertainment and lawn games among them – guests can fully indulge in their love of gastronomy, even taking part in the likes of gin-offs, cheese-offs and cake-offs. Want to show off your skills in the kitchen? Step onto the interactive stage where you can rub shoulders with the Bake-Off stars, helping them bake their delectable delights.

Day sessions run from 10:30AM – 5PM and include plenty of activities to keep little ones entertained: from kids’ cookery classes to face-painting. Evening sessions run from 5PM – 9PM and are a chance to kick back with live music, quirky cocktails and plenty of exciting cuisine.

Whichever session you attend, the Great British Food Festival offers an opportunity to enjoy tantalising tastes from around the UK in the picturesque setting of a stately home and gardens. Book now to feast the eyes and taste buds at what is one of the gastronomic highlights of the year.