Melksham Food & River Festival
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The Melksham Food & River Festival returns for its seventh year on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 September, promising a delightful late summer celebration at Lowbourne. This popular two-day event is dedicated to showcasing the very best of local food and drink producers, alongside a vibrant array of community groups. Visitors can expect a rich tapestry of culinary delights and handcrafted goods, offering a true taste of Wiltshire's finest offerings. Organised by the dedicated Festival Committee, the event benefits from the invaluable support of the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust and the Wiltshire Youth Canoe Club, ensuring a well-rounded and engaging experience for all. Beyond the delicious food and drink, the festival also highlights the natural beauty of the river and provides opportunities for community connection. Further information regarding the exciting line-up of performers and ticket prices can be found on the festival's official website.
The festival features a wide range of local food and drink producers, community groups, local entrepreneurs, and start-up businesses. Visitors can expect to find a variety of culinary delights and handcrafted goods on display.
The event showcases the natural beauty of the river and provides opportunities for community connection. The Festival Committee, with the support of the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust and the Wiltshire Youth Canoe Club, has worked hard to expand the range of activities, stalls, and attractions in the park and on the river.
Performers are not named in the provided text, so there is no information about who will be performing.
Practical details: the festival takes place over two days, Saturday and Sunday, but the exact timings are not specified. The ticket price is available on the website. There is no information about what is included in the ticket price or any specific entry rules, age restrictions, or accessibility information.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Melksham Food & River Festival takes place on Thursday, 3 September 2026. The event runs until Friday, 4 September 2026.
Melksham Food & River Festival is held at Lowbourne in Bath (Lowbourne, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN127ED).
Tickets for Melksham Food & River Festival can be booked via greatwestway.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Melksham Food & River Festival
Editorial Summary
The Melksham Food & River Festival returns for its seventh year on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 September, promising a delightful late summer celebration at Lowbourne. This popular two-day event is dedicated to showcasing the very best of local food and drink producers, alongside a vibrant array of community groups. Visitors can expect a rich tapestry of culinary delights and handcrafted goods, offering a true taste of Wiltshire's finest offerings.
Organised by the dedicated Festival Committee, the event benefits from the invaluable support of the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust and the Wiltshire Youth Canoe Club, ensuring a well-rounded and engaging experience for all. Beyond the delicious food and drink, the festival also highlights the natural beauty of the river and provides opportunities for community connection. Further information regarding the exciting line-up of performers and ticket prices can be found on the festival's official website.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Details
The festival features a wide range of local food and drink producers, community groups, local entrepreneurs, and start-up businesses. Visitors can expect to find a variety of culinary delights and handcrafted goods on display.
The event showcases the natural beauty of the river and provides opportunities for community connection. The Festival Committee, with the support of the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust and the Wiltshire Youth Canoe Club, has worked hard to expand the range of activities, stalls, and attractions in the park and on the river.
Performers are not named in the provided text, so there is no information about who will be performing.
Practical details: the festival takes place over two days, Saturday and Sunday, but the exact timings are not specified. The ticket price is available on the website. There is no information about what is included in the ticket price or any specific entry rules, age restrictions, or accessibility information.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Melksham Food & River Festival?
Melksham Food & River Festival takes place on Thursday, 3 September 2026. The event runs until Friday, 4 September 2026.
Where is Melksham Food & River Festival taking place?
Melksham Food & River Festival is held at Lowbourne in Bath (Lowbourne, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN127ED).
How do I get tickets for Melksham Food & River Festival?
Tickets for Melksham Food & River Festival can be booked via greatwestway.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Lowbourne
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Date
Until Friday, 4 September 2026
Weather
chance of rain 53% · wind up to 29 km/h
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