STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

Enter a world of pure imagination this Summer on Waterside, with Willy Wonka’s Summer Festival.  

Join Charlie & Willy Wonka on Bancroft Gardens- & keep an eye out for a naughty umpa lumpa or 2!

Fun & games to be had for all the family. But most importantly, who will win the golden ticket, to spend on delicious treats in Stratford upon Avon town? 

Street entertainment, Live music, DJ compere, Street food court and over 80 artisan market traders.

The perfect day out during the summer holiday.

Take advantage of everything Stratford upon Avon has to offer & check out www.visitstratforduponavon.co.uk

The Willy Wonka Summer Festival will take place on Tuesday 16th until Thursday 18th August, from 10am until 5pm, on Waterside & Bancroft Gardens. CV37 6BA. 

A UK-wide campaign to encourage young entrepreneurs to make their name on the nation’s retail markets has once again chosen Stratford-upon-Avon and its attractive Waterside for the national final of the Young Traders Market 2022.  

Before the big Warwickshire event at the bank holiday weekend on August 26 and 27 there will be a series of regional finals where the best of the 16 to 30-year-old traders will be picked out for the final.  Nearly 100 took part in last year’s final and attracted many shoppers delighted by the extensive range of arts and crafts, general retail, grocery and food and drink.  

The Young Traders Market campaign is an initiative now in its 10th year and staged by the NMTF (National Market Traders Federation), the only national organisation representing market and street traders, events retailers and mobile caterers.  

The NMTF’s CEO Joe Harrison said that in its early years the finals were held in north-west England — but a move to Stratford had won everyone’s hearts.  “We quickly realised that as well as its beautiful setting it really is ideal since it’s slap bang in the middle of the country,” he added.  

The support and help from both Stratford on Avon District Council and Stratford-upon-Avon Town Council convinced the NMTF that the Young Traders Market had found its home.  “We have also greatly appreciated the wonderful support of Stratford’s market operators LSD Promotions, who have been with us all the way in providing real, practical help,” Joe said.  

Whilst the campaign is mainly aimed at encouraging young people to come into the retail markets industry there is considerable prestige for the category and overall winners.  

For more information and discover how 16 to 30-year-olds can apply to take part visit 

http://www.nmtf.co.uk/young-traders-market  

To read the report on the YTM 2021 final in the NMTF’s Market Times: https://www.nmtf.co.uk/mt/MarketTimesOctober2021/#p=22  

To view and download photos from last year’s final and use as you wish go to  

https://adobe.ly/3gTaHlH 

Looking for somewhere to visit this Bank Holiday Monday?

The Waterside Upmarket in Stratford upon Avon boasts a trendy street food court and over 70 fabulous stalls with top quality clothing, jewellery, gifts, retro, vintage, crafts and essentials and much more!  Take advantage of everything Stratford upon Avon has to offer.  

Enjoy the high street names, support the independents and book to dine in a wide range of cafes, pubs and restaurants! Visit the Butterfly farm, ride the big wheel or visit the famous Shakespeare’s birthplace! Why not book a night in a local hotel and make a weekend of it?  

You are totally spoilt for choice! Don’t believe us? Check out www.visitstratforduponavon.co.uk

A Picnic on the river, bring the dog & explore true British history.

The Stratford Food Festival is a highlight for Stratford upon Avon and a must visit for all foodies!   

The festival celebrates food and drinks from the local and regional area with over 100 stalls to browse, sample and buy!    

 The stalls will be located on Bridge Street, Wood Street and High Street, which gives visitors a chance to explore everything the town has to offer & there will be plenty to tempt you.   There will be stalls offering free demonstrations, this is a great chance to pick up some tips to take back to your own kitchen.   

In 2022, we are now a 3 DAY FESTIVAL and expect to be spoilt for choice with hog roasts, rum, gin, pancakes, cocktails, prosecco, spirits, soft drinks, Greek Souvlaki/gyros wraps, brownies & blondies, Italians street food, limoncello by bottle & glass, cheese, chutneys & pickles, burgers, hot dogs, craft ciders, pizza, breads, pastries, croissants, tray bakes, biscuits, marinades, sauces, chutneys, bottled beer to take home, loaded fries, vegan options, chilli con carne,Sausages, South African Biltong & confectionery, donuts, pastries, cakes, brownies, tarts, olives, nuts, Turkish delight, baklavas, Punjabi Street food, gourmet & vegan doughnuts, chutneys, jams, marmalade, waxed food covering, tea towels, oven gloves, aprons, dumplings, noodles, rice, curry, vegetable samosa's, soya tandoori wraps, masala fries, loaded keema fries, churros, homemade lemonade, sourdough pasties, sausage rolls, fudge, nougat & confectionery, South African groceries, popcorn, ceramic garlic graters, retro sweetie inspired liqueurs, Welsh Oggies, jumbo sausage rolls, pork pies, Welsh cakes, bubble waffles, Sicilian cannoli, Chutneys and so much more.  

See you in September! 

The Famous Christmas Lights in Stratford Upon Avon will be turned on in style on Saturday 19th November. 

A festive market, entertainment and father Christmas will complement this occasion and launch the festive season in Stratford Upon Avon.