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Welcome to Ludlow Food Festival 2026 in Ludlow
From September 11 to 13, 2026, the medieval Ludlow Castle in Shropshire once again becomes the setting for Britain's original and best known food festival. Now in its 32nd year, the festival brings together more than 100 food and drink exhibitors, leading chefs, independent producers and musicians for three days within the historic castle walls.
Highlights and Attractions at Ludlow Food Festival
- Over 100 exhibitors showcasing food and drink from the Marches region
- The brand new Food Theatre stage featuring chefs such as Michelin starred Nathan Outlaw
- The popular Fire Kitchen stage in the Inner Bailey with live cooking demonstrations over open fire
- The new Sound Bites stage in the Outer Bailey bringing live music throughout the weekend
- Free cookery demonstrations, tastings and talks with producers and food writers
- Workshops, trails including the Ludlow Pub Trail, and free children's activities
- A special Friday evening with the British Live Fire Cooking Championship, blazing fire pits, street food and DJs as dusk falls
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Ludlow
The festival opens Friday from 10am to 5pm, Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm, with last admission 30 minutes before closing. Daytime hours center on market stalls, cooking stages and tastings, while Friday evening brings a special atmosphere as fire pits light up the castle's Inner Bailey. Beyond the castle grounds, additional events such as brewery tours and themed evenings take place around the town.
Tickets and Admission for Ludlow Food Festival
Gate prices for a single day ticket range from 18 to 20 pounds for adults depending on the day, roughly 21 to 23 euros. A three day adult ticket costs 49 pounds, around 57 euros. Children aged 5 to 13 pay 6 pounds, and children under 5 enter free. Buying online in advance is usually cheaper than paying at the gate.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Ludlow
- Ludlow sits in Shropshire close to the Welsh border, reachable by train to Ludlow station or by car via the A49
- As Ludlow is a small historic market town, booking accommodation well ahead is strongly recommended
- For the Friday evening event in the Inner Bailey, warm clothing is a good idea since it runs outdoors into the evening
- The festival is dog friendly and accessible, with full details available on the official website
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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