The event, which will take place on Sunday, October 13, is set to be a packed celebration of Somerset’s artisan producers and rich food culture. More than 200 producers will feature in this year’s Artisan Market, including a few from Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding area. Bo Bom Gelato will be bringing a taste of the Mediterranean with their award-winning fresh gelato, along with a variety of scotch eggs, pies, and quiches using free-range eggs and local ingredients from Nutts Scotch Eggs.
(Image: Wells Food Festival) For the first time in the festival’s 12-year history, stalls will extend into the High Street, which will be closed to traffic for the day. Jon Abbott, festival director, said: "Regular visitors will know how busy it can be. "Utilising the High Street seemed the obvious next step.
"It means we can spread out a little more and also say yes to some enthusiastic new traders who have been patiently waiting to get involved with the festival." Stands selling creative, culinary delights will stretch from the High Street, into the Market Place and the Town Hall, along the Palace Moat and into the Recreation Ground. But it’s not just about the Artisan Market – there is lots more on the menu for visitors to enjoy.
The Food for Thought marquee returns to throw some light on how communities can tackle the challenges of food-related social issues. Participating charities and organisations currently include Healthy Somerset, Free Blood Pressure, Help for Homele.
