The North Norfolk Food and Drink Festival is poised to make a splendid comeback to the esteemed Holkham Estate for a two-day culinary extravaganza this summer. Commemorating its 15th year, the festival is scheduled to take place in the Walled Garden at Holkham on August 31 and September 1, running from 10am to 4pm.
Featuring a plethora of over 60 stalls showcasing an assortment of delightful produce including bread, beers, vegetables, cakes, tarts, juices, chocolates, and more, there will be something to appease every palate. Alongside the delectable array of food and drink, attendees can anticipate street food concessions, face painting, a cookery theatre, children’s activities, and a bar managed by The Norfolk Bottle Shop.
A representative of the festival stated, “The event is designed to champion small and local enterprises and is set within the magnificent backdrop of Holkham’s stunning Walled Garden. It truly is the ideal milieu to savor the bounties of summer in Norfolk.”
Guests are encouraged to bring their canine companions, as dogs are permitted at the festival. Admission to the event is free, with parking facilities available for £6 per day, though this fee can be offset against purchases of £35 or more from the gift shop.
It is imperative to note that while the festival guarantees a sensory feast, patrons are reminded that commenting on the event should be approached with responsibility. The organizers advocate for respectful and constructive discourse within the community, while underscoring that the privilege of commenting may be revoked if misused. Readers are urged to alert the organizers to any comments that are in violation of the community rules.
The return of the North Norfolk Food and Drink Festival to Holkham Estate is an eagerly awaited affair that unreservedly promises to tantalize taste buds, while offering a splendid opportunity to uphold local and small-scale enterprises. With an impressive array of stalls, activities, and a picturesque setting, this two-day extravaganza is unequivocally not to be missed. Save the dates of August 31 and September 1, and prepare to indulge in the culinary delights that Norfolk has to offer!