Broadstairs Autumn Food Festival

If you love food with a seaside twist, the Broadstairs Food Festival is one for your diary. Each autumn, the charming Kent town transforms into a paradise for foodies, with over 100 stalls showcasing the very best of Kent’s produce. From award-winning cheeses and artisan breads to local wines, craft beers, and freshly caught seafood, it’s a proper celebration of flavours, set against the backdrop of a classic British seaside.

What to Expect:

• Food & Drink Stalls: Meet local producers and sample a variety of treats, from Kentish oysters to artisanal chocolates.
• Chef Demos & Masterclasses: Learn new skills and watch top chefs create dishes live.
• Live Music across the days at the Banstand.
• Local Makers Market: Crafts, gifts, and homewares.

Getting to the festival is easy:

• By Train: Broadstairs station is a 10-minute walk from the festival site, with regular services from London St Pancras, London Victoria, and Canterbury.
• By Car: Follow the A255 into Broadstairs, with many parking options distributed around the town.
• On Foot: If you’re staying in Broadstairs, the seafront walk up to Victoria Gardens is a lovely way to arrive.

Broadstairs itself is a gem. Wander along one of the seven Broadstairs beaches, pop into Dickens House Museum, or hop along the coast to neighbouring Margate and Ramsgate for more food and art. There are plenty of cosy B&Bs, boutique hotels, and sea-view apartments if you fancy making it a complete weekend escape.

Whether you’re sipping Kentish sparkling wine, tucking into fresh seafood, or stocking up on treats for home, the Broadstairs Food Festival is a brilliant mix of coastal charm and culinary delight.