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Thu, 03 Sep 2026

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 Festival hopes for more visitors amid cost rises

The festival, which includes workshops, takes place from 11 to 13 September and is in its 32nd year.

* Ludlow Food Festival will take place from September 11-13.
* Organisers say visitor numbers must improve, otherwise the festival may not be able to continue in its current format due to rising costs and economic pressures.
* The festival has been running for 32 years and features over 100 food and drink exhibitors, as well as workshops, musicians, and entertainers.
* Despite being a not-for-profit organisation with volunteer staff, the event's board of directors says it "stands at a crossroads" due to rising costs and economic pressures.
* Several new features have been added this year in an effort to attract more visitors, including a food theatre, cookery school, and food workshops for children.