The food and drink events in Oxfordshire you can’t afford to miss

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Fill your calendar with these summer food and drink events in Oxfordshire and beyond

Oxfordshire is better known for its educational institutions and economically buoyant HighTech and HealthTech businesses, but Oxfordshire also boasts a thriving food and drink sector.

There are numerous food and drink events in Oxfordshire showcasing local produce – from handmade cheese to artisan breads to craft beer, as well as featuring celebrity chefs and nationally recognised food and drink experts.

So whether you’re looking to discover new products, watch chef demonstrations or just indulge in lots of food and drink, here’s our round-up of the unmissable food and drink festivals in Oxfordshire and beyond to help you make the most of the foodie season.

Blenheim Palace Food Festival 2023

When: 27 to 29 May

Where: Blenheim Palace, Woodstock

Blenheim Palace Food Festival is back with a food festival for everyone. Expect three days of culinary thrills with a fantastic line-up of celebrity chefs and experts, amazing food and drink from a huge selection of artisanal producers and street food vendors, interactive masterclasses and tastings and plenty of fun for all the family.

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The Big Feastival 2023

When: 25 to 27 August

Where: Alex James’ Farm, Kingham

The Big Feastival will be back on Alex James’ beautiful Cotswolds farm from 25 to 27 August 2023, and it promises to be one truly unforgettable weekend with three days of family-friendly events combining food from some of the country’s top chefs with a top drawer selection of live music acts.

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Foodies Festival Oxford 2023

When: 26 to 28 August

Where: South Park, Oxford

Foodies Festival Oxford, part of the UK’s biggest food festival, will return over the Bank Holiday weekend with a mouth-watering summer festival, live music, workshops, masterclasses and of course, Top Chefs. Watch MasterChef Champions showw off their skills, learn how to make show-stopping cakes, sample new wines, champagnes and cocktails, taste new flavours, meet artisan producers, and most importantly, have fun all day.

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