Welcome to the official website for the Derbyshire Food & Drink Festival.

Derbyshire Food & Drink Fair 16-17 May 2009

The Derbyshire Food & Drink Fair is set in the grounds of the spectacular Bolsover Castle, just 15 minutes from the historic market town of Chesterfield.

Entrance to the Fair and to the Castle will be just £2.50 per adult, £1.50 concessions and free for children under 16.

Opening times: 10-5pm on Saturday and 10-4pm on Sunday.

Chefs
We are delighted to welcome celebrity chef Brian Turner to the 2009 event.  Brian will be delivering demonstrations in the cookery theatre throughout the weekend.  Renowned local chefs will also be demonstrating their culinary skills and signature dishes.

Stalls
Around 100 stalls will showcase the very best in local food & drink; goods will range from meats, pickles, wines, cakes, chocolates, organic produce, cookery ware and much more.

Entertainment
There will be a wealth of entertainment for all the family, including live music, well-dressing, street theatre, competitions, face painting and a high quality arts and crafts section.

Crafts @ the Castle
Derbyshire-based artists and makers will be exhibiting their work in the Riding House of Bolsover Castle, displaying a wide range of traditional and contemporary crafts.

Derbyshire Food Festival 16-25 May 2009
The Derbyshire Food Festival will run from 16-25 May 2009, venues all across the county will be staging their own events to coincide with the 2009 Festival.