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At just 874 miles from top to bottom, Britain might be small but it’s full of big flavours. Our local delicacies are part of our DNA, and we can’t wait to share them with you. From Scotland’s haggis, Welsh rarebit and English banger, to the curious Bedfordshire clanger and unusual Stargazy pie, there is never a shortage of something new to try.

A food and drink showcase

Why Britain's best for food and drink

Jam-packed with Michelin-starred eateries and exclusive chef’s tables, you’ll find out-of-this-world dining around every corner. We’ve got prized wines, whiskies, gins and beers coming out of our ears — but don’t just drink them, come and see how they’re made.

Whether you’re a meat-eating pop lover or a vegan fan of folk music, we’ve got an unmissable lineup of food festivals to suit every palette. Or come and get in on the action as our brewers, butchers, bakers and bee-keepers open their doors. Offering you an immersive opportunity to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty, from sourdough sleepovers to sausage school, and gin labs to pasty parties.

Top food and drink experiences

Britain has a diverse foodie scene, with plenty unique and delicious dishes to be experienced. Find the best places and restaurants to eat in the UK here.

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With more than a hundred food festivals across the country, Britain’s food scene is booming. Here are the top UK food festivals you don't want to miss!

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Whether you're hopping from London to Cardiff or taking a road trip in the Scottish Highlands, we have something delicious just for you.

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Girl taking a picture of her food at Mackie Mayor

The diverse landscapes of Britain offer everything from coastal foraging to the free-range pork used in its sausage-making classes.

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Britain’s drink scene is as diverse as its people, and we love a good knees-up.

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Britain has a diverse fine dining scene with sensational, seasonal, and local produce. Discover our handpicked restaurants that shouldn't be missed.

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Whet your whistle with Scottish whisky, raise a glass to English gin making - but did you know Wales is also leaving its mark?

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A whistle-stop tour of Britain’s sustainable gourmet dining scene.

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Look out for the Michelin Green Star for the ultimate in sustainability-inspired restaurant cuisine.

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Food being prepared on a plate at the Ethicurean in Bristol.

Top food and drink destinations

Where to find the best food and drink experiences

Garlic lovers unite - celebrate this pungent ingredient by eating, drinking and even wearing it!

Discover the flavours of Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

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A pair of hands holding a large bulb of garlic at the Isle of Wight Garlic Festival
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

Head to a working farm that teaches everything from animal husbandry to bowl turning and farm to food experiences.

Get hands on with Humble by Nature

Humble by Nature, Clare Richardson

Kate Humble with donkeys
Humble by Nature

Fresh oysters, stand-up comedy and live music, right beside the beach. Is there a more perfect summer scene?

Tuck into Whitstable Oyster Festival

VisitBritain/Rod Edwards

Plate of shucked oysters with a slice of lemon on table
Whitstable Oyster Festival

Intensely flavoured Scottish dishes which bring French undertones to Britain's foodie scene.

Discover the flavours of Loch Bay

Loch Bay Restaurant

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Loch Bay (1 Michelin star)

Sample Bushmills Irish Whiskey, straight from the world's oldest licensed working distillery in County Antrim.

Find tours and tastings at Old Bushmills Distillery

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Bushmills Distillery, Bushmills, County Antrim
Old Bushmills Distillery

From the juiciest burgers to the best local beers, Leeds Indie Food is your one-stop guide to the finest food in this northern city.

Tuck into Leeds Indie Food

Amy Heycock

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Leeds Indie Food

Head here in the summer for a base camp experience, offering brewery tours or just a relaxed pint to welcome in the weekend.

Enjoy brews with views at Snowdon Craft Beer

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A man sat on a beach next to bottles of Snowdon Craft Beer
Snowdon Craft Beer

Art lovers, you’ll adore the collection of galleries, studios and shops in this thriving creative quarter.

Get to know Ouseburn

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Ouseburn

Enjoy award winning wine, explore the vineyard trail or join a wine tasting experience.

Discover the flavours of Three Choir Vineyards

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Three Choirs Vineyard
Three Choirs Vineyards

Get an education on the flavours and ingredients that make up the Burns Night favourite, Haggis.

Discover more about The Haggis Experience

The Haggis Experience

The Haggis Experience
The Haggis Experience

Meatopia UK

31st August - 1st September 2024

A carnivores paradise, with the world’s leading live-fire chefs serving up a whole host of exclusive meaty dishes.

Discover the flavours of Meatopia UK

@meatopiauk /@hangfirebbq

Group of ladies in aprons Hangfire Bbq cooking at Meatopia Food Festival
Meatopia UK

The UK’s largest celebration of food and drink, full of live demos and a Cake and Bake theatre.

Discover the flavours of Foodies Festival

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Foodies Festival
Foodies Festival

Five-star dining, live performance and craft cocktails. Step into an unforgettable immersive experience by master world-builders.

Experience a unique night out with The Lost Estate

Hanson Leatherby

London, England

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The Lost Estate

Hot, spicy and utterly moreish, the balti is Birmingham's signature dish – and this area is the best place to try it.

Plan your trip to the Balti Triangle

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Birmingham, West Midlands

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Balti Triangle

Busy bees will love Quince Honey Farm, where you can try beekeeping, visit the nectar garden, tour the honey factory or relax in the Nectary Restaurant.

Buzz off for a great day out at

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Devon, England

Summer-Quince Honey Farm
Bee keeping at Quince Honey Farm

Calling all chocoholics! Every inch of this museum and experience is dedicated to our favourite treat.

Book tickets to Cadbury World

West Midlands Growth Company

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Cadbury World

Liverpool’s first street food market is a celebration of the city’s best bites. From frozen gins to gluten-free treats, it’s the perfect place to catch-up and refuel.

Explore Baltic Market

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Baltic Market

This street food and nightlife venue is chock-full of amazing eats, craft beer and artisan cocktails.

Explore Escape to Freight Island

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Cocktail bar at Escape to Freight Island, Manchester
Freight Island

Garlic lovers unite - celebrate this pungent ingredient by eating, drinking and even wearing it!

Discover the flavours of Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

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A pair of hands holding a large bulb of garlic at the Isle of Wight Garlic Festival
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

Head to a working farm that teaches everything from animal husbandry to bowl turning and farm to food experiences.

Get hands on with Humble by Nature

Humble by Nature, Clare Richardson

Kate Humble with donkeys
Humble by Nature

Fresh oysters, stand-up comedy and live music, right beside the beach. Is there a more perfect summer scene?

Tuck into Whitstable Oyster Festival

VisitBritain/Rod Edwards

Plate of shucked oysters with a slice of lemon on table
Whitstable Oyster Festival

Intensely flavoured Scottish dishes which bring French undertones to Britain's foodie scene.

Discover the flavours of Loch Bay

Loch Bay Restaurant

Closeup of someone pouring sauce over a food dish
Loch Bay (1 Michelin star)

Sample Bushmills Irish Whiskey, straight from the world's oldest licensed working distillery in County Antrim.

Find tours and tastings at Old Bushmills Distillery

Courtesy of Tourism Northern Ireland

Bushmills Distillery, Bushmills, County Antrim
Old Bushmills Distillery

From the juiciest burgers to the best local beers, Leeds Indie Food is your one-stop guide to the finest food in this northern city.

Tuck into Leeds Indie Food

Amy Heycock

portrait OWT Leeds Corn Exchange - Amy Heycock for Visit Leeds (18) copy
Leeds Indie Food

Head here in the summer for a base camp experience, offering brewery tours or just a relaxed pint to welcome in the weekend.

Enjoy brews with views at Snowdon Craft Beer

beerguideworldwide/snowdoncraftbeer

A man sat on a beach next to bottles of Snowdon Craft Beer
Snowdon Craft Beer

Art lovers, you’ll adore the collection of galleries, studios and shops in this thriving creative quarter.

Get to know Ouseburn

iloveouseburn/yogatherapieslife

People practising yoga outside, beneath a bridge
Ouseburn

Enjoy award winning wine, explore the vineyard trail or join a wine tasting experience.

Discover the flavours of Three Choir Vineyards

jrdean_uk

Three Choirs Vineyard
Three Choirs Vineyards

Get an education on the flavours and ingredients that make up the Burns Night favourite, Haggis.

Discover more about The Haggis Experience

The Haggis Experience

The Haggis Experience
The Haggis Experience

Meatopia UK

31st August - 1st September 2024

A carnivores paradise, with the world’s leading live-fire chefs serving up a whole host of exclusive meaty dishes.

Discover the flavours of Meatopia UK

@meatopiauk /@hangfirebbq

Group of ladies in aprons Hangfire Bbq cooking at Meatopia Food Festival
Meatopia UK

The UK’s largest celebration of food and drink, full of live demos and a Cake and Bake theatre.

Discover the flavours of Foodies Festival

scot.landbeauty

Foodies Festival
Foodies Festival

Five-star dining, live performance and craft cocktails. Step into an unforgettable immersive experience by master world-builders.

Experience a unique night out with The Lost Estate

Hanson Leatherby

London, England

Two actors mid-performance of the Great Murder Mystery at The Lost Estate in London
The Lost Estate

Hot, spicy and utterly moreish, the balti is Birmingham's signature dish – and this area is the best place to try it.

Plan your trip to the Balti Triangle

VisitBritain/Storyman

Birmingham, West Midlands

Woman sitting at table eating a curry
Balti Triangle

Busy bees will love Quince Honey Farm, where you can try beekeeping, visit the nectar garden, tour the honey factory or relax in the Nectary Restaurant.

Buzz off for a great day out at

devonrumco

Devon, England

Summer-Quince Honey Farm
Bee keeping at Quince Honey Farm

Calling all chocoholics! Every inch of this museum and experience is dedicated to our favourite treat.

Book tickets to Cadbury World

West Midlands Growth Company

A boy, with curly hair, squeezing chocolate out of a bottle
Cadbury World

Liverpool’s first street food market is a celebration of the city’s best bites. From frozen gins to gluten-free treats, it’s the perfect place to catch-up and refuel.

Explore Baltic Market

VisitBritain

Man sitting at table, sprinkling cheese on pizza
Baltic Market

This street food and nightlife venue is chock-full of amazing eats, craft beer and artisan cocktails.

Explore Escape to Freight Island

Adam Pester/Escape to Freight Island

Cocktail bar at Escape to Freight Island, Manchester
Freight Island

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