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SUMMARY:Wharf Distillery Founders Tour& Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour around our distillery\, hear about what we do and how we do it and\, of course\, you can sample some of our craft spirits. Tours are hosted by Laurence\, founder of Wharf Distillery\, who will share share with you as much as you would like to know about the various processes for making gin\, brandy or whisky. \nA drink is included in the ticket price (there is an option to take away a miniature spirit in lieu of a drink on site). \nOur distillery shop and bar will also be open until 2pm with the opportunity to enjoy a few more drinks\, and purchase any of our products: vodka\, gin\, whisky\, brandy\, rum and liqueurs. \nGift Cards and Private Tours/Group Bookings also available. \nTickets: £22 per person (plus £1 booking fee) \nWe look forward to meeting you! \nLaurence\, Alice & Team
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/wharf-distillery-founders-tour-tasting-3/
LOCATION:Wharf Distillery\, 2 Brackley Rd\,\, Towcester\, Northamptonshire\, NN12 6DJ
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink,Northants Food & Drink Week,Tour
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SUMMARY:French Classic food with a Modern Asian Twist with Guest Chef James Moulson
DESCRIPTION:✨ A very special addition to our Food & Fundraising Series ✨ \nWe’re delighted to welcome guest chef James Moulson to Wappenham Village Hall this May\, joining Endang Gonzalez for an intimate\, chef-led food experience. \nThis relaxed afternoon session will explore classic French cooking with a modern Asian twist — focusing on flavour\, technique and practical kitchen knowledge. Guests will enjoy a combination of live demonstration and the opportunity to sit down\, dine together\, and enjoy the dishes created. \n🍽 16 places only\n📅 Saturday 23 May\, 3pm – 5pm\n💷 £60 per person (payment: cash only on the day) \nWith such a small group\, this promises to be a truly special and immersive experience. \n👉 Full details and menu: https://sites.google.com/view/wappenham-vh-events/home/food-fundraising-series \nAdvance booking required – places are strictly limited. \nBookings are via WhatsApp or SMS on +44 7866 005452 \nPlease include the event name and number of places required.\nBookings will be confirmed directly. \nWe look forward to welcoming you.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/french-classic-food-with-a-modern-asian-twist-with-guest-chef-james-moulson/
LOCATION:Wappenham Village Hall\, 15 School Ln\, Wappenham\, Towcester\, NN12 8SG
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink,Northants Food & Drink Week
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SUMMARY:Woo Fest 2.0 - Street Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:Woo Fest 2.0 is back! \nAfter welcoming over 600 attendees last year\, our much loved street food festival returns to the stunning setting of Pitsford Quarry for another day of great food\, community and fun. \nEnjoy an amazing line-up of local stalls and street food vendors including; \nReturning: \nJojo’s Pizza\nWaffle Wands\nThe Courtyard Creperie\nT’s Coffee \nNew: \nBurger Boulevard\nCbrownies\nUnanounced (Coming Soon)\nUnanounced (Coming Soon) \nWe are also hoping to be joined by the fantastic JIG Dance Academy\, bringing live performance and local talent to the day. \nWith plenty of seating\, toilets and covered areas\, Woo Fest 2.0 is designed to be relaxed and comfortable for all. The event is family friendly\, welcoming everyone to come along\, eat well and enjoy the atmosphere – there will be something for everyone. \nLast year\, thanks to the incredible support of our visitors\, we raised over £2\,000 for The Lewis Foundation. Woo Fest 2.0 remains a free event\, but voluntary donations on the day are warmly welcomed to help us continue supporting this amazing local charity.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/woo-fest-2-0-street-food-festival/
LOCATION:Pitsford Quarry\, A508 Harborough Rd\,\, Pitsford\, Northamptonshire\, NN6 9NL
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Food and Drink,Free,Half Term,Northants Food & Drink Week,Outdoors,SEN Friendly
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SUMMARY:Sip & Paint with Highland Cows
DESCRIPTION:Unwind\, get creative\, and enjoy a truly unique painting experience set in our converted countryside trailer\, surrounded by our beautiful Highland cows in the field. \nDuring this guided session\, you’ll paint your own Highland cow on canvas while soaking up the peaceful farm atmosphere. Whether you’re joining us for an adults-only evening no experience is needed we guide you step-by-step so you’ll leave with artwork you’re genuinely proud of. \nEach ticket includes a drink making it the perfect setting for a relaxed night out\, a catch-up with friends\, or a memorable countryside experience. \nAll materials are provided\, and every session focuses on capturing the character and charm of our beloved Highlands. \nCome for the creativity\, stay for the cows
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/sip-paint-with-highland-cows/
LOCATION:Colready Highlands\, Colready Farm\, Farthinghoe Near Brackley\, NN13 5NR
CATEGORIES:Adult Only,Animals,Arts and Crafts,Food and Drink,Northants Food & Drink Week,Painting
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SUMMARY:Delapré Food Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fantastic day out for food lovers and families on the beautiful lawns of Delapré Abbey\, where you’ll find artisan food and drink stalls\, street food\, chef demonstrations and plenty more. \nNorthamptonshire’s much‑loved Delapré Food Festival returns in 2026\, bringing a vibrant celebration of local and regional produce to the grounds of this stunning urban country house. Expect the lawns to be packed with makers\, bakers\, brewers and creators for a full weekend of summer indulgence. \nVisitors can look forward to professional chef demos\, outdoor bars\, wine and gin tastings\, cocktail workshops\, cheese masterclasses\, a live‑fire cooking school and a free family circus for all ages. \nYour ticket also includes guided tours of the historic Abbey—one of Northampton’s true heritage treasures. \nCreated by the team behind Towcester Food Festival and Bite Street NN\, Delapré Food Festival showcases the very best artisan food and drink from Northamptonshire and beyond. \nThe south lawn will host a lively street food market accompanied by acoustic music\, perfect for relaxed outdoor dining. \nThis year’s chef demo line‑up features top local talent\, including award‑winning Bart Polinski of Hibiscus and the ever‑energetic James Peck from Ember in Wellingborough. Each chef will prepare a favourite dish using seasonal ingredients and share expert tips to elevate your own cooking. \nCheese lovers can join masterclasses with expert Shane Holland\, sampling exceptional cheeses and learning what makes them special. \nFamilies will find plenty to enjoy too\, with face painting\, a bouncy castle\, a free circus and lots of space to play. Paid cookery classes are also available. \nEmber\, Northamptonshire’s premier live‑fire restaurant\, will run the live‑fire cooking school for aspiring pitmasters—extra ticket required. \nGuided house tours run twice daily\, or you can explore at your own pace. The Orangery will be serving cream teas on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. \nThe house is open both days from 10am to 4pm. Please note: no dogs or food and drink are allowed inside\, and some areas of the grounds may be uneven. \nFor full details\, visit: delaprefoodfestival.co.uk \nA huge thank‑you to our headline sponsors\, The Bell Plantation Garden Centre in Towcester\, whose support means we can make the show bigger and better.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/delapre-food-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Delapre Abbey\, Abbey Cottage\, London Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN4 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Food and Drink,Northants Food & Drink Week,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Delapré Food Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:A fabulous day out for foodies and families on the lawns of Delapré Abbey – food and drink stalls\, street food\, cooking displays and more. \nNN’s finest food and drink festival – Delapré Food Festival – is back in 2026 – a fabulous foodie experience and family day out. \nArtisan food and drink stalls will throng the lawns at Delapré Abbey\, bringing the beautiful urban\, country house to life for a grand summer weekend. \nThere’ll be professional chef demos\, outdoor bars\, wine and gin tastings\, cocktail workshops\, cheese masterclasses\, a live fire cooking school and free family circus for kids big and small. \nTours of the historic Abbey\, one of the gems in Northampton’s heritage tapestry\, are included in the ticket price. \nBrought to you by the creators of Towcester Food Festival and Bite Street NN\, Delapré Food Festival is a celebration of artisan food and drink from Northamptonshire and beyond. \nThe south lawn will feature a bustling street food market where you can eat to the strains of live music from our acoustic stage. \nThe chef demos will feature the best local chefs\, including the award-winning Bart Polinski\, head chef at Hibiscus\, and the irrespressible James Peck from Ember in Wellingborough. \nEach chef will cook a favourite dish using fresh seasonal produce where possible while offering tips on how to improve your own cooking. \nThe cheese masterclasses provide the chance to sample some of the finest cheeses around with expert Shane Holland. \nThere’ll be face painting and bouncy castle for kids\, a free family circus\, plenty of room to run-around and paid-for cookery classes. \nNN’s premier live fire restaurant Ember will host the live fire cooking school\, where budding pitbosses can learn from the pros. Extra ticket required. \nGuided tours of the house take place twice a day or you can explore at your leisure. The house will be open on both days from 10am to 4pm. Sorry but no dogs or food or drink in the house. \nPlease note the ground at Delapré Abbey can be uneven. \nFor more information about the festival\, visit our website: delaprefoodfestival.co.uk \nBig love to The Bell Plantation Garden Centre in Towcester\, our headline sponsors whose support means we can continue to grow the festival.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/delapre-food-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Delapre Abbey\, Abbey Cottage\, London Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN4 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Festival,Food and Drink,Northants Food & Drink Week,Outdoors
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