Shugborough Hall
Milford Staffordshire
ST17 0XB
24 & 25 October
Opening times 10am -5pm daily
Staffordshire’s Premier Food and Drink Event
This is the second visit by GMS Events of the year to Shugborugh Hall. This prestigious location, which is set in the heart of Cannock Chase National Park, is an idyllic backdrop that creates a unique atmosphere and an enjoyable, relaxed shopping experience. With just over 8 weeks left until Christmas you have a fantastic opportunity to start your Christmas shopping. Housed in heated and floored marquees we are set to beat the elements and provide a bigger and better show than in previous years. With over 100 trade stand the show provides the chance to meet some of the country’s most distinguished crafts men and women and sample and take home some of the finest in continental and UK fayre. With dozens of interactive demonstrations and attractions you can occupy the entire family for the whole day.
Attractions Include:
Comprehensive programme of chef demonstrations running all day.
Celebrity Chef – Nigel Brown
Wine Tasting – With sessions for both beginners and advanced
Beer Tasting – Sampling some of the country’s finest real ales
Cognac Master Class
Children’s Make ’n’ Bake Area
Competition involving local schools
Up to 100 of the regions finest food and drink producers
ARTS & CRAFT
As well as the vast array of gastronomic delights we are proud to present our fine arts marquee that incorporates some of the regions finest craft men and women.
FOOD & DRINK FEATURES
Celebrity Chef Cookery Demonstrations
An opportunity to sit down, relax and listen to the running commentary from Top Chef Nigel Brown as he prepares and cooks the food. A chance to pick up helpful hints and tips for hosting your own dinner party and impress your friends and family at home. There are demonstrations going on twice a day and Nigel is also available after the demonstrations to answer any questions you have.
Nigel, who runs his own cookery academy in North Lincolnshire, is the resident celebrity chef on BBC Radio Humberside and demonstrates at many of the country’s top food shows and festivals alongside Jean-Christophe Novelli, Ainsley Harriott, Richard Fox and many more. Seating is limited so be sure to arrive early.
www.nigelbrownchef.co.uk
Wine Tasting
Take part in these wine tasting sessions. An excellent opportunity and excuse (if you really need one!) to “try before you buy”. Come along and taste wines from all over the world and learn how to recognise a good wine to become a wine connoisseur – learn the skills so that you can impress your family and friends. Aimed at both beginners and experts; The beginners session is an opportunity to learn the basic and all are welcome. The advanced session is specifically aimed at those of you with a basic wine knowledge and will marry discerning tastes with exquisite wines. On occasions these sessions attract a small surcharge.
Beer Tasting
Understand the gastronomic qualities of beer, how it's made, what affects the taste and which food it suits best. Men and women are both welcome, however, this session tends to be dominated by men! Why not use this as an opportunity to “leave the other half” shopping and come along and taste some of the Country’s finest real ales we have on offer. Naturally, you have the opportunity to try before you buy, and don’t worry about purchasing too much, we will help you carry it to your car. This session is free of charge and is open to any person over the age of 18 years.
Cognac Master Class
This area offers members of the public the chance to ask the questions that they have always been afraid to ask. Similar to the wine tasting, this section is broken down into two daily sessions. Beginner’s sessions are in the morning and an advanced session takes place in the afternoon. This area does attract a small surcharge and visitors are required to pre-register for the classes. This activity is amazingly informative and, if you have an interest in fine cognac, one definitely not to be missed.
Make 'n' Bake Area
Make “N” Bake area - This popular attraction offers children the chance to make Jam tarts from scratch and then they can take them home and force feed them to the grandparents (finger nails and all !!!!!). Suitable for children of all ages, they will feel like a real Chef’. Aprons and Chef's hats are all provided, and after they have washed their hands the fun begins. This activity provides a great photo opportunity as the children very often end up covered in flour. This activity is free of charge and normally run two or three times per day. Sessions last approximately 40 minutes. Please note: children must not be left unsupervised without agreement of the area supervisor.
Food Court
Feeling “tired and peckish” with all the hustle and bustle of shopping and the attractions at the show? Then come in, sit down and relax while you enjoy the vast array of wonderful food and drink we have to offer you, it is second to none. Once refreshed you will be ready to enjoy more shopping and of course the rest of the show.
Ticket Price :
Adults £5, Children £2, Family Ticket £15 (up to 2 adults and 3 children) Under 5’s Go Free
This charge does not include entry to the house.
EVENT ORGANISER: GMS Events
Telephone:02476 541055
Email:info@craftandfoodshows.co.uk
Website:www.craftandfoodshows.co.uk/
