Althorp Food and Drink Festival

Following on from a deliciously unforgettable event in 2016, this year’s Althorp Food and Drink Festival promises to be another unmissable, mouth-watering experience.

The festival will take place once again in the idyllic and scenic grounds of Althorp, one of the most beautiful, private stately homes in the UK. The Althorp Food and Drink Festival is a celebration of the best producers and suppliers in Northamptonshire and its surrounding counties. Taking place on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th of May 2017, it is a festival that promises something for everyone to taste, see and experience, from veteran food lovers to kids both big and small.

Among the many entertainment highlights on the menu will be talks, BBQ Masterclasses, tastings, demonstrations, food and drink pairings, cookery challenges and live music to suit every taste. Attendees will be able to learn tips first hand from experts including Garrett Oliver, Chief Brewmaster at Brooklyn Brewery, specialist pasta maker and founder of Carmela’s Kitchen, Carmela Sereno Hayes, actress, cook and author of Milly’s Real Food, Nicola Millbank, Head Chef of BAFTA, Anton Manganaro and Hanna Sillitoe, the creator of the hugely inspiring blog My Goodness. Notable local chefs include Michelin Star Chef Adam Barrett from The Cross at Kenilworth, Joe Buckley from the Tollemache Arms, James Claydon from Shires Cookery School and Nathan Russell, founder of My Health Hut.

Above all else, the Althorp Food and Drink Festival will provide an opportunity to become better acquainted with the thriving and increasingly renowned local food and drink industry. The exhibitors that have already been confirmed for this year include award-winning vodka maker, Jelley Distilleries and Burleighs Gin who will be on hand to refresh guests with their very own gin and tonic bar.

Also appearing will be Hamm Tun Fine Foods, inviting you to have a nibble on the finest Northamptonshire Blue Cheese, and Incredible Pies, who make sweet, fruit-based pies that are, well…incredible. Anyone looking to try something truly unique would do well to hunt down Napton Water Buffalo, who produce meat and dairy products on their buffalo farm in Warwickshire. Proud purveyors of artisan ices Penelope’s Vintage Ice-cream are a must for anyone looking to cool down with something sweet and Saxby’s Cider should more than suffice for those who are in the mood for a summery tipple!

Other exciting exhibitors include; Lotus Bakery, The Roastery, TeaLab, Daily Bread, Bite Me Spices, Replete Flatbreads, The Biscuiterie, Friars Farm, Rutland Charcuterie and Baja Cantina. Bread & Pullet will also be returning with their successful pop up restaurant, overlooking the Deer Park.

Ticket prices to the Festival start at £6.50 for adults, whilst children aged 12 and under are admitted for free. There is also a ticket option for those wishing to visit the House. Tickets go on sale on Monday 27th March.

It is guaranteed to be a festival full of fun and flavour, all taking place in a truly grand location!

Disabled Facilities: Disabled parking available. Disabled access around the Festival site and wheelchair hire available. Only the ground floor of Althorp House is accessible to wheelchair users.