Festival hopes for more visitors amid cost rises
Summary
The Ludlow Food Festival will be held at Ludlow Castle from September 11 to 13, featuring over 100 food and drink exhibitors, plus workshops and entertainment. Organizers said rising costs and economic pressures make the festival’s future uncertain unless more visitors attend to support it.Key Facts
- The festival is in its 32nd year and takes place at Ludlow Castle.
- Over 100 food and drink exhibitors will participate in the event.
- Rising costs and economic challenges threaten the festival’s current format.
- The organizing group is mostly volunteer-run and operates as a not-for-profit.
- The festival faced financial difficulties during the pandemic and moved online in 2020.
- Organizers need more visitors to keep the event going after this year.
- New features this year include a food theatre, cooking classes, workshops for children, and live music.
- The festival supports local producers and benefits the wider local economy by attracting visitors.
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