Taste Cumbria rolls into Wigton making it the centre of the Cumbrian food, drink, crafts and gifts, family fun and live music scene for a day.

From 10am to 5pm on Saturday, April 25, everyone will be able to enjoy the free attractions right in the heart of the town, designed to boost the local economy and give visitors a great day out.

The Producers’ Market, hot food court, music stage, climbing wall and children’s rides will be located in Water Street car park, while the neighbouring Market Hall will host a craft market packed with local traders.

On the festival site

• All Things Nice by Ashley – bespoke resin gifts, jewellery and homeware
• The Chippie Van – the mobile team from Penrith’s Angel Lane fish and chip shop
• Delicious Churros – it’s all in the name!
• The Doggy Deli – The Doggy Deli – natural healthy dog treats
• Dirty Dogs – award winning hot dogs, meat and veggie
• False Summit Coffee – hot drinks and snacks, served from a vintage Renault Estafette
• Fresh Olives – many varieties to choose from
• The Hedgehog Bakery – fresh savoury pastries and sweet surprises
• Hollybank Farm – specialist family farm-bred meats
• Honeybee Artisan – handmade honey skincare and flower jewellery
• Istanbul Grill – authentic Turkish cuisine
• Jeni’s Brownies – fabulous sweet treats
• Jinger Drinks – made with real ginger extract
• Lakeland Artisan – liqueurs, cordials, relishes and more

• Pie Demand – tasty pies that sell out fast
• Kick Ass Cheeses – big variety of flavours
• Legendary Sauce Company – handcrafted sauces, salts and more
• Really Indian – fabulous fresh curry sauces
• Shake & Sip – mobile cocktail bar
• Sipping Fox Lake District Drinks – premium small-batch spirits and fine wines
• Sizzlers – prime meat products
• Stonehouse Smokery – artisan curers, smokers & roasters
• Sunrise Patisserie – gorgeous Portuguese treats
• The Flying Chocsman – stunning vibrant chocolate bonbons
• The Three Wheel Gin Company – small batch handcrafted spirits
• Three Hills Gelato – crafted with organic milk and cream from happy, pasture-fed cows
• Wiga Wagaa – uniquely flavoured chilli products
• The Zero Pantry – all your pantry needs and cleaning products, free of plastic
• Laverock Hampers – customised food and drink creations
• Meraki Sprinkles – colourful cakes and cupcakes

There will be children’s entertainment from the fabulous Liam Moorhouse, and Wilmot’s Attractions will bring their climbing wall and fairground rides for young children.

Live music will take place all day and there will be hot food and drink, and cold beers and cocktails, to enjoy in the picnic area.

In the market hall

• Candles and home fragrance
• Stained glass
• Wood and slate designs
• Knitwear
• Gifts
• Willow weaving products
• Jewellery
• Pet portraits
• Crochet items

Those attending the festival by car can park for free at the Nelson Thomlinson School’s sports hall and there are loads of great independent businesses to explore across the town too.

The Taste Cumbria food festivals are organised by Cumberland Council. Councillor Anne Quilter, the Council’s Executive Member for Vibrant and Healthy Places, said: “This is going to be a brilliant day of free foodie fun, right in the heart of one of our lovely towns. 

“It’s always great to be in Wigton and Taste Cumbria is back for the sixth time this year.

“There’s a great atmosphere, particularly around the music stage, where you’ll probably spot a few visitors having a bit of a dance too. Here’s hoping for sunny weather and another great event.”

Getting here

Wigton can be got to by rail using the coastal train line that runs between Barrow and Carlisle.

If you are travelling by car, follow the A595, take the A596.

For bus timetables throughout Cumbria click here.

Parking

If you’re coming to Taste Cumbria in Wigton by car, Nelson Thomlinson School is kindly allowing us to use their car park on High Street as a Park-and-Walk.

Use postcode CA79PX. Alternatively, here’s a link to some of the other car parks.

If you’re parking on the street, please check local signs for restrictions.

You’ll need a timing disc for street parking – these are available from many local businesses. 

The Music Stage line-up

10:15 – Char
11:00 – Amy Florence
11:35 – Paul Nicholson
12:15 – Miss Pearl – Singer
13:00 – RedHanded Siren
14:00 – Genie/Phil Lewthwaite/Graham Bell
15:00 – The Tomorrow
16:00 – A66 – Rock Band

Taste Cumbria Wigton will be followed by Taste Cumbria Maryport on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August, before the flagship Taste Cumbria festival in Cockermouth on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September.

Taste Cumbria Christmas on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, also in Cockermouth, will end the year, with plans for Taste Cumbria in Carlisle still being finalised.