Narberth Food Festival facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Narberth Food Festival |
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| Dates | September |
| Location(s) | Narberth |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Attendance | 7,000 (2017) |
| Patron(s) | Angela Gray and Elisabeth Luard |
| Website | http://www.narberthfoodfestival.com |
The Narberth Food Festival is a fun annual event. It celebrates delicious food and drinks. This festival takes place in Narberth, Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is held at a place called Town Moor.
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About the Festival
When and Where It Started
The Narberth Food Festival began in 1998. It is organized by volunteers. These are people who give their time for free. The festival happens every September. It runs over a whole weekend.
What You Can Find There
Many businesses take part in the festival. There can be up to 150 different stalls. Most of these businesses are local. They come from Wales and the surrounding area. You can find all sorts of Welsh food and drinks.
Visitors and Activities
Lots of people visit the festival. In 2017, about 7,000 people came. Adults usually pay a small fee to enter.
There are many food stalls to explore. You can try tasty treats from local producers. There is also a special "Talk and Taste" tent. Here, food makers share their products. They might even tell you how they make them. There is also a place to buy drinks.
The festival offers more than just food. You can watch famous chefs cook live. Local bands play music for everyone to enjoy. There are also fun activities just for kids.
Music at the Festival
Many talented musicians have played at the festival. Jodie Marie, a singer from Narberth, has performed. Other local groups like the Saint City Jazz Band have also played. The Carmarthen Ukuleles have entertained visitors too.
Awards and Recognition
The Narberth Food Festival has won important awards. It has twice received the gold award. This award is for the "Best Event" in the Pembrokeshire Tourism Awards. This shows how popular and well-loved the festival is.
How the Festival Helps the Area
Learning About Local Food
The Welsh Government once asked people about the festival. They wanted to know what visitors thought. A survey showed that 91% of people learned something new. They said the festival helped them discover local food. They also learned about products from the area.
Supporting Local Businesses
The survey also asked about spending money. Visitors were asked how much they might spend nearby. This was money spent outside the festival itself. About 23% of people expected to spend between £10 and £20. Another 22% thought they would spend between £20 and £50. This shows the festival helps local shops and businesses.
Videos
- Narberth Food Festival
- Narberth Food Festival 2012
- Narberth Food Festival 2013
- Narberth Food Festival 2014
- Narberth Food Festival 2016
- Narberth Food Festival 2017
See also
- Narberth, Pembrokeshire
- Pembrokeshire
- Cuisine of Pembrokeshire
