Local produce markets and food shows

Winchester Farmers' Market

Second and final Sunday of each month, Middle Brook Street in Winchester

Winchester Farmers' Market is officially the largest Farmers' Market in the UK (95 stalls) and was voted best in the country by the Guardian Food Magazine. Visit the market to savour the finest local produce - from watercress to water buffalo steaks, organic product to ostrich meat.

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Local Produce Market

Every Wednesday, 9:00am - 4:00pm, Upper Brook Street in Winchester

Spice up your home cooking and head to Winchester's new Produce and Growers Market for some intriguing treats. As well as the usual selection of local produce, market-goers can try something new such as alligator and ostrich meat. Or experience some exotic foods with a tempting choice of Moroccan sauces, Spanish paella, Indian & Thai sauces, and a range of South African produce. 

Alresford Watercress Festival

Sunday 16 May, 10:00am - 4:00pm, Alresford

Now in its 7th year, the Alresford Watercress Festival has grown from its humble beginnings to attract over 10,000 visitors. Held annually on the 3rd Sunday of May, this nationally acclaimed food festival draws together the local community and food lovers from far and wide to celebrate watercress - the superb locally grown, delicious and versatile crop. A fabulous free day out for the whole family. For further information email info@watercressfestival.org

Hampshire Food Festival

Thursday 1 July - Saturday 31 July

The Hampshire Food Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary throughout July with a packed programme of events showcasing food and drink grown, reared and produced in Hampshire on the south coast of England. Click here to download the programme.

Winchester Food and Produce Show

Sunday 25 July, 10am - 4pm, Winchester Guildhall

Following the success of the first Winchester Food and Produce Show last year, this year's show promises to be bigger and better! Watch live cookery demonstrations by local chefs, try new foods at various tasting sessions, and enjoy free rides on vintage buses. There will also be a food and beverage exhibition and competitions for all the family. The show will be held on the same day as the Winchester Farmers' Market which is only a short walk away.

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