Food Festival 2026
Building on the success of last year’s very first Food Festival, this year Buckfast Abbey will host another two-day event. Add this event to your calendar and enjoy tasting the delights of our talented local producers.
This year we have also got activities galore for Half Term. Check out what’s on during the week from 25th May up to and including the Food Festival HERE.

The Food Festival will highlight a selection of artisan food and drink producers from across the region, offering a range of items to sample on site or purchase to take home. The event aims to celebrate local craftsmanship and regional flavours in a relaxed outdoor setting.
See a full list of Stallholders HERE.
A programme of live cooking demonstrations will run across the two days. The final schedule will be revealed soon but we can confirm the following: Michael Barber from Barbers Bean To Bar John Hughes and Fr Gregory, Monks’ Kitchen Produce and Sharpham Dairy
Rhys Goldring, Furzeleigh Mill Head Chef, 2026 Roux Scholar
Harrison Brockington, Gather Head Chef, Totnes, Dave Beazley, Foraging Expert School Competition Winner of “Design Your Own Biscuit”
See Full Schedule Here Soon.
The festival will include a dedicated family area, featuring food-themed activities for children, interactive experiences, including face painting. Highlights include smoothie-making stations and other hands-on activities designed to engage younger visitors.
Check back here for updates and further information.
Why not pre-book your car parking for ease on the day.
