Newquay, Cornwall – The Newquay Food Festival 2025 is now in full swing, running from Thursday 10th July to Sunday 13th July at The Killacourt in Newquay. With stunning sea views and free entry from 10am to 9pm daily, the event is drawing food lovers from across Cornwall and beyond.
Live Cooking Over Fire
One of the highlights is the Fire Theatre, where local chefs cook over real flames. Hosted by Andi Tuck from Tartan Fox, the cooking stage features big names like:
-
Jade Berry from Naughty Nonnas
-
Paul Harwood of The Fish House
-
Gavin Edney from The Headland Hotel
-
Adam Handling MBE from Ugly Butterfly
They will be cooking up tasty meals and showing off their skills with fresh Cornish ingredients.
Tasty Food and Local Drink
Festival goers can enjoy everything from crab fries to fresh doughnuts. Popular traders include:
-
Eat Silco – street food with Asian flavours
-
The Magic Whisk – milk bread doughnuts and cheesecake
-
Ann’s Pasties – traditional Cornish pasties
-
My Mum Makes – Thai noodles and wok dishes
-
Great Scott Hot Sauce – handmade spicy sauces
You can also grab drinks from St Ives Brewery, Tan Dowr Vodka, and Rosemullion Rum.
Live Music Every Day
Alongside the food, there is live music each day. Performers include:
-
Kizamba – Afro-beat band
-
Echo Town – local brothers with a unique sound
-
The Odd Folk – lively folk music
-
Rue – soul-pop singer closing the show on Sunday
A Free and Friendly Festival
The Newquay Food Festival is free to enter and welcomes families and dogs. It is designed to celebrate local food, drink, and music in a fun and friendly setting. With stalls, chef demos, and live bands, there is something for everyone.
Event Info:
-
Dates: 10th to 13th July 2025
-
Location: The Killacourt, Newquay, Cornwall
-
Times: 10am to 9pm daily
-
Entry: Free
If you are in Newquay this weekend, don’t miss the chance to enjoy great food, good music, and a lively seaside festival.
.