Foodies Festival is one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of food, drink and music, bringing together chefs, producers and street‑food talent from across the country. What began in Edinburgh 21 years ago has grown into a nationwide series of festivals that showcase regional flavours, artisan makers and small foodie businesses.

Each event is packed with dishes from around the world, hands‑on tastings and the chance to meet the people behind your favourite local ingredients. Whether you’re discovering something new or revisiting a much‑loved producer, Foodies Festival is designed to celebrate the best of Britain’s food culture.

Learn more about it in this guide. 

When and where is Foodies Festival? 

Foodies Festival now takes place across nine cities in the UK, including London and Winchester on the SWR network. 

London  

Winchester

How do I get to Foodies Festival?

Travelling by train to London 

Getting to Foodies Festival is simple with South Western Railway. You can travel to London from stations including Reading, Southampton Central, Exeter St Davids, Weymouth, and Portsmouth Harbour. Sit back, relax and enjoy a smooth journey to the festival.

Travelling by train to Winchester 

From London, it takes approximately one hour to get to Winchester train station. You can travel to Winchester with South Western Railway from several stations, including Waterloo, Portsmouth, Weymouth 

Explore our full range of ticket types to find the right one for your journey to Foodies Festival. You can find cheap train tickets by booking early or going off-peak, and if you have a Railcard or are travelling in a group, you could save even more. 

Things to see and do at Foodies Festival 

There is lots to see and do at Foodies Festival. There are various stalls and stages to keep everyone entertained, from children to adults.  A regular adult ticket costs £25 for one day and is £8 for a child (5-16 years). For more info on tickets, consult the London tickets page and the Winchester tickets page. At the end of each festival, food and drink are given to local food banks. The festival works with charities, and tickets are donated to local causes and events. 

Food and drinks 

Discover local street food traders and taste delicious food from all around the world at traders and producers’ stalls. Are you feeling brave for a challenge? Push yourself and try the Hot Chilli Challenge taking place each day. 

The Foodies Festival celebrates food in every way. Craft stalls from artisan companies and small food businesses show off a wide selection of products and ingredients from around the country and further afield. 

Live music 

Every ticket includes access to the music stage, with chart-topping brands, emerging artists and local talent performing all weekend. The Crisis music stage is part of every festival, with donations encouraged and a percentage of ticket revenue donated to Crisis. 

Headliners at the Food Festival in London are Scouting for Girls and Boyzlife, featuring Brian McFadden and Gareth Gates. 

Headliners at the Food Festival in Winchester Festival are Symphonic Ibiza and Gareth Gates with Boyband in the Park. 

Masterclasses 

Foodies Festival is more than just eating and drinking. It is also about learning and celebrating local chefs.  

Join the Drinks Theatre and let experts guide you with tutored tastings every hour, and enjoy wine, champagne, beer, cider and cocktails. 

Entertain your little ones with the Kids Cook School, where they can taste new flavours and learn basic cooking skills. 

Learn new skills at the Cake and Bake Theatre and watch local bakers, baking and making sweet treats. Discover all of their masterclasses.

Things to do near Foodies Festival 

There are lots of places to visit near the festivals. Our destination guides will help you plan the perfect day trip or getaway. From historic sights, museums, peaceful walks and more, there’s plenty to do in London and Winchester. 

Make sure to browse SWR Rewards for money-saving deals on activities, food and drink, and more to enjoy while you’re in town. 

Where to stay in London and Winchester? 

Why not extend your visit to London and Winchester and make a holiday out of it. There are plenty of places you can stay near both destinations, with a wide range of offerings, and fun entertainment close by.  

London 

Winchester 

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