Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival takes place in the beautiful setting of Snape Maltings, by the River Alde and close to Aldeburgh. Expect over 100 food and drink producers from Suffolk and cookery demonstrations across 2 stages hosting visiting and local chefs
The Festival is family-friendly with free children’s activities and hands-on cooking workshops.
Operating as a not-for-profit organisation, the festival dedicates itself to supporting and promoting the immediate area and the businesses within it.
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Date:
24th September 2022
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25th September 2022
Event Registration Info:
Adult tickets are £10 in advance, from here, or £12 on the day.
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