Lampeter Food Festival facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Gwyl Fwyd Llanbed - Lampeter Food Fest |
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| Dates | July |
| Location(s) | Lampeter |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Founders | Lampeter Chamber of Trade |
| Website | http://www.lampeterevents.co.uk/g%c5%b5yl-fwyd-llanbed--lampeter-food-fest.html |
Gŵyl Fwyd Llanbed - Lampeter Food Fest is a fun annual food festival held in Lampeter, a town in Ceredigion, Wales. It was previously known as Ffair Fwyd Llanbed - Lampeter Food Festival. This exciting event brings together delicious food, drinks, and local crafts for everyone to enjoy.
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About the Lampeter Food Fest
The Lampeter Food Fest is a popular yearly event. It usually takes place in July. The festival is held on the grounds of the University of Wales Trinity St David in Lampeter. It's a big day out for families and food lovers.
What to See and Do
The festival has about 100 stalls. These stalls sell all sorts of tasty food and drinks. You can find local treats and special dishes. There are also live cooking shows by chefs. They show how to make amazing meals. Sometimes there are cooking competitions too. You can also see people making cool crafts.
More Than Just Food
While food and drink are the main focus, the festival also shows off local crafts. Many talented people from the area display their handmade items. The festival also works with the University. Because of this, you can find stands from charities and educational groups. They share information about their work.
There is also live music and other fun entertainment. The festival celebrates the unique culture of Ceredigion. It shows different ways of living and creating in the area.
How the Festival Started
The Lampeter Food Fest began in 1997. It was started by the Lampeter Chamber of Trade. For many years, volunteers helped run the festival. Groups like the Lampeter Round Table and local businesses also supported it.
New Beginnings for the Festival
In May 2019, a new group took over running the festival. This new committee gets help from the Lampeter Town Council. The Lampeter Chamber of Trade also continues to support them. The University of Wales Trinity St. David helps too. When the new committee took over, the festival was renamed Gŵyl Fwyd Llanbed - Lampeter Food Fest.
Where the Festival Is Held
The festival is hosted by the University of Wales Trinity St David. It takes place in their college grounds. This provides a great space for all the stalls and activities.
Who Helps Fund the Festival
The festival gets money from different groups. The Lampeter Town Council helps with funding. Ceredigion County Council also provides support. The Welsh Government gives financial help too. This support helps make the festival a success each year.
Videos
- Lampeter Food Festival 2015
- Lampeter Food Festival 2018
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