The Slow Food Christmas Fiesta 2025 Celebrates Artisans and Local Provenance.

The second Christmas Fiesta at the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, organised by our local Slow Food group, takes place at the end of November. A festive celebration of
sustainable, high-quality produce it showcases local food and drink producers and
artisan handcrafters who are passionate about traditional methods and ethical
practices. Ludlow Marches Slow Food group are delighted to return with this free
event.

On the day there will be multiple local producers selling their festive wares as well as
the Slow Food Barrel Talks and Tastings with a day-long programme of engaging
content featuring local chefs, producers and authors compered by Shane Holland of
Slow Food UK. With mulled drinks and Street Food available all day whilst
browsing or joining a talk, the Fiesta will inspire both food lovers and sustainability
enthusiasts. Also don’t miss out… a free prize draw for a chance to win a Slow
Food Christmas Hamper.

NEW this year is the range of prepay bookable workshops including make your own
Festive Wreath with Jade from Seven Seeds and willow gifts including Scandi Star
making with Sophie, the Travelling Weaver. More information and booking can be
found on the Slow Food Ludlow website.

The Slow Food movement, founded in 1986, advocates for good, clean, and fair
food. It promotes regional biodiversity, encourages sustainable farming and
highlights the stories of producers who are deeply connected to their land and
heritage. Each stall at the event tells its own story, from Artistraw Cider, offering
cider sourced from the traditional orchards to local cheesemakers like Sarah
Appleby, whose artisan territorial cheeses continue historical farming traditions.
Guests can indulge in delicious seasonal dishes from local vendors, with licensed
alcohol producers serving festive drinks. The event will also feature interactive
workshops for all ages, making it a fantastic day out for families and friends to
experience the joy of Slow Food, starting off the Festive Season locally and
sustainably.

Date: Saturday, 29th November
Location: Dye House, Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
Time: 10am - 5pmEntry: Free
Parking: Free on-site
For more information, visit https://www.slowfoodludlow.org.uk/whats-on