31st Jan 2020

2020 Food & Drink Festivals in South Devon

Throughout the year South Devon plays host to lots of different food and drink festivals. From beer festivals to events dedicated to seafood and everything in between, you’re sure to find a food and drink festival in the region to suit your tastes! Find out about the various food and drink festivals in South Devon during 2020 below.

Nourish Festival, Bovey Tracey (29^th August)

Held in Bovey Tracey, Nourish Festival brings together a selection of the best food and drink in the South West. From artisan cheeses and speciality mushrooms to homemade chocolates, Bovey’s Fore Street will be lined with lots of fantastic tasty treats for you to discover. Additional information about Nourish Festival is available here.

Ashburton Food & Drink Festival, Ashburton (5^th September)

Ashburton town centre is transformed in September for Ashburton Food & Drink Festival. A street market with a carnival atmosphere including music and performers is on offer with over 65 local and regional producers showcasing their goods. Discover more about Ashburton Food & Drink Festival by clicking here.

Plymouth Seafood Festival, Plymouth (12^th – 13^th September)

The South West is known for its fantastic seafood, and what better way to celebrate that than at Plymouth Seafood Festival during September. The Barbican and Sutton Harbour come alive with lots of entertainment, activities, food stalls and crafts stalls. To find out more about Plymouth Seafood Festival, please click here.

Abbfest, Newton Abbot (18^th – 20^th September)

Taking place at Fermoy’s Garden Centre not far from Newton Abbot town centre, Abbfest is a truly Devonshire beer and real ale festival. Over 200 ales, all brewed in Devon, and 30 ciders are available, as well as a wine, Pimms and prosecco bar alongside food stalls and more! Further information about Abbfest is available here.

Salcombe Crabfest, Salcombe (27th Sept)

Join in with lots of amazing activities and entertainment at the fantastic Salcombe Crabfest. Perfect for those of all ages, the one day event is in its fifth year and is free to attend with street stalls, live music, competitions and chef demonstrations. To learn more about Salcombe Crabfest, please click here.

Powderham Food Festival, Exeter (3^rd – 4^th October)

Celebrating the South West’s finest food and drink, Powderham Food Festival takes place within the magical grounds of Powderham Castle in Kenton near Exeter. Visitors can look forward to over 150 exhibitors as well as demonstrations from some of the region’s leading culinary talents. Find out more about Powderham Food Festival here.

Cullompton Food & Drink Festival, Cullompton (10^th October)

Enjoy an array of tasty treats at Cullompton Food & Drink Festival this year with hot food stalls and artisan food producers. There’s also going to be chef demonstrations and a cream tea showdown to find the best cream tea in the Culm Valley! Please click here for additional information about Cullompton Food & Drink Festival.

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