mendip food and drink festival

Participants & Venues will be added as they sign up to this years festival. Please keep checking for regular updates.

BAR 11
17 Palmer Street, Frome BA11 1DS
Tel: 01373 469 913
Bar 11 features a cosmopolitan menu using local suppliers. Food is served from 12 - 8pm everyday. In the evening Bar 11 turns into a hive of activity with regular live performances. During the Safari supper on Thursday 25th, Bar 11 will be doing the deserts, with live entertainment.

BRACENDS - THE SWEET SHOP
18 Cheap Street, Frome BA11 1BN
Tel 01373 455 062
A traditional, old fashioned sweet shop selling over 250 varieties of sweets including many old favourites.

CAFÉ LA STRADA
13 Cheap Street, Frome S’set BA11 1BN
01373 474374 F: 01373 454435
cafelastrada@hotmail.co.uk
Contemporary licensed café. Artisan ice cream, fantastic coffee, drinks and bistro style menu. Our new sister shop, Emporia La Strada, selling lifestyle gifts and homeware - 18 King Street, Frome. Opposite Café La Strada.

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FROME WHOLEFOODS
8 Cheap Street, Frome BA11 1BN
Tel: 01373 473334
Selling Fairtrade Goods – wholefoods, organic & local goods, herbal remedies, a huge range of herbs & spices and much more…!

THE OLD BAKEHOUSE
15 Cheap Street, Frome BA11 1BN
Tel: 01373 455456
Traditional bakery featuring ‘Old Fashioned, English Baking’. Home-cooked items, Salad Bar and Hot/Cold Takeaway available. Somerset Country Wines, and local Preserves

THE OLD BATH ARMS
1 Palmer Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1DS.
Tel: 01373 465045
Diners enjoy the Anglo-Mediterranean inspired cuisine of Chef Jean Pierre and then relax in the comfort of our new lounge Piano Bar. Serving superb food day and night. Main course for the Safari Supper on Thursday 25th.

SAGEBURY CHEESE
21 Cheap Street, Frome BA11 1BN
Tel: 01373 462543
Frome & Cheap Streets’ wonderful Deli. A huge variety of local foods including cheese, chutneys, jams and liqueurs. A shop that produces unique cooked foods to take away.

WHITE ROW COUNTRY FOODS & CAFE
White Row Farm, Beckington, Frome,
Somerset, BA11 6TN. Tel: 01373 830241
whiterowfarm@aol.com
Contact: Heather Tucker
Through the farm shop White Row sell all vegetables and salads in season, several varieties of potatoes, home reared pork and home produced free range eggs. Together with a large selection of local products including wines, ciders, bakery, dairy and much more. The café serves freshly prepared meals using their own produce. Different tasters during the week and a special menu in the café.

ABBEY TEA ROOMS & LICENSED RESTAURANT
16 Magdalene Street, Glastonbury BA6 9EH
Tel: 01458 832852. Contact: Mary Parker or Edward Bowron
abbeytearooms@btconnect.com
Traditional Tea Rooms serving home-cooked, locally sourced food, local wines, cider and apple juice. Outside Catering Service available.

EARTHFARE, The Wholefood Grocer
29 High Street, Glastonbury BA6 9DR
Tel: 01458 831 004
www.thewholefoodgrocer.com
Glastonbury’s one-stop natural shop. Organic, ecofriendly, ethical, local and at the heart of the community. “A shop bursting with tasty food and definitely not to be missed”.

GLASTONBURY ABBEY ESTATE
Abbey Gatehouse, Magdalen Street Glastonbury Ba6 9EL
Tel: 01458 832267
info@glastonburyabbey.com
www.glastonburyabbey.com
History and mystery going back over 2000 years! … Glastonbury Abbey was once the largest and richest abbey in England. It is reputed to be the seat of Christianity in Britain and the legendary burial place of King Arthur. Come and discover this place for yourselves - the unique, magnificent and evocative ruins - the 36 acres of peaceful parkland, ponds and orchard - the living history folk (daily March to October) who will tell you of the life of this place - the many events taking place here throughout the year (check website for details). So much happening here! Open daily, except Christmas day. Visit the Abbots Kitchen to hear about food and drink in medieval times. Performances daily at 10am, 12noon and 2pm; And at midday perhaps even get to sample the monks medieval fayre!

LA LUNE LTD
22 High Street, Glastonbury, BA6 9DU
Tel: 01458 832 284
www.lalune.co.uk
Quality café using local and ethically sourced products. An environment for relaxing & reflecting. Good coffee, good food and good company.

MOCHA BERRY CAFÉ
14 Market Place, Glastonbury, S’set BA6 9HJ
Tel: 01458 832149
Café serving home made food sourced from local ingredients where possible. Special menu items throughout festival.

SOMERSET RURAL LIFE MUSEUM
Abbey Farm, Chilkwell Street, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8DB
Tel: 01458 831197
www.somerset.gov.uk
The magnificent 14th century Abbey Barn and the farm buildings surrounding the courtyard contain displays illustrating the tools and techniques of farming in Victorian Somerset.

STEPHENS BUTCHERS
2 Market Place, Glastonbury, s’set BA6 9DN
Tel: 01458 832091
steveh13@fsmail.net
Retail and catering butcher selling local free range beef, lamb, pork, bacon and poultry. Also Somerset cheese, pies and cakes.

CHARLTON HOUSE
Shepton Mallet, Nr Bath, BA4 4PR
Tel: 01749 342008
enquiry@charltonhouse.com
www.charltonhouse.com
Presided over by Elisha Carter, the Sharpham Park Restaurant at Charlton House sources local ingredients, many from the hotel’s own farm, Sharpham Park, including organic rare breeds and Spelt, an ancient cereal crop suitable for those who suffer from wheat intolerance.

As well as the highly acclaimed fine dining menu served in the evening and for celebratory lunches, a new menu has been introduced which can be eaten in the restaurant at lunchtime, relaxing on the terrace or in the stylish drawing rooms after work. Aimed at those looking for a relaxed meal with friends and family and corporate guests the menu changes weekly and includes healthy treats and lighter meals.

During the Mendip Food & Drink Festival, Elisha Carter will be producing an exclusive Sharpham Park 2 course lunch for £22 per person. Book early to secure your table. Sorry not available on Sunday 21st and 28th October.

GAYMER CIDER COMPANY
Constellation Europe Ltd, Shepton Mallet, Somerset.
Telephone 01749 334000
www.cbrands.eu.com
The Gaymer Cider Company, based in Shepton Mallet, produces Blackthorn and Olde English Cider and the new Gaymers Original Cider launched in February 2006. A new exciting range of ciders have been introduced called ‘Orchard Reserve’. Three individual ciders have been crafted using cider apples from three local orchards, Stewley Orchard near Illminster, Stonesbrook from Lydford and Newton’s Mead at North Petherton. The Cider Mill is very supportive of apple growers in the south west and producers in the Mendip area. Gaymer Cider is delighted to be supporting the 2007 Mendip Food & Drink Festival.

GREEN FARM/BRITTENS BEST POTATOES
Downhead, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4LQ.
Tel: 01749 880 412
greenfarmdairy@hotmail.com
www.shutefarmstudio.org.uk
Green Farm, which has been in the Britten family for the last five generations, is a dairy farm with a 300 dairy herd on the East Mendip Hills producing milk for Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese. There are also 40 acres given over to growing five varieties of potatoes; Stephen Britten is one of a diminishing number of Mendip farmers still growing potatoes. Farm buildings have been converted into Accessible Art Studios. Children, adults, the disabled and the disadvantaged are encouraged to visit the farm to understand and enjoy rural life, linking ‘Art with Agriculture’

OLD MILL RURAL SERVICES
The Old Mill, Park Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 5BS
01749 343366 F: 01749 344986
sheptonmallet@oldmillgroup.co.uk
www.oldmillgroup.co.uk
Contact: Alan Stone
Old Mill - the West Country accountancy and financial services business dedicated to being the leading adviser to individuals and their businesses by providing the highest quality bespoke advice. With offices in Yeovil, Shepton Mallet and Exeter, they have a particularly strong relationship with rural and agricultural clients who produce some of the Mendip’s finest local produce. The range of services and products offered to their clients includes: Independent Financial Advice • Business Services • Accounts Preparation • Tax Planning • Personal Taxation • Tax Compliance and Minimisation • Corporate Finance. The highly committed staff are passionate about helping you and your business. They have chosen to live in the West Country for their careers and family. They are part of your community.

ANDRE'S
Union Street, Wells
Tel: 01749 678 111
www.andresatwells.co.uk
Andre’s, where food is their passion. With both A La Carte Restaurant and Grill & Steak Bar Andre’s cater for all tastes. See the chefs prepare your food in the open plan kitchen within the à la carte restaurant.

CLOISTERS RESTAURANT at WELLS CATHEDRAL
The West Cloister, Wells Cathedral, Wells, S’set BA5 2PA
Tel: 01749 676543
www.wellscathedral.org.uk/restaurant
Sarah Donoghue, Director & Manager
Everyday Cloister catering at Wells Cathedral aims to present good quality food using local produce at affordable prices in historic surroundings.

THE FOUNTAIN INN & BOXER’S RESTAURANT
1 St. Thomas Street, Wells, Somerset
Tel: 01749 672317
www.fountaininn.co.uk
The finest, fresh local produce is used at The Fountain to create a superb selection of imaginative dishes, including interesting vegetarian options. Open 7 days a week, providing friendly service in comfortable, relaxed surroundings. Serving great food and wine in Wells for over 25 years.

THE GEORGE INN
Long St, Croscombe, Wells, BA5 3QH
Tel: 01749 342306
pg@thegeorgeinn.co.uk
www.thegeorgeinn.co.uk
A 17th century freehouse, originally a small coaching inn, this family-owned public house is renowned for excellent homemade food, local Real Ales and always a friendly welcome. For diners, Veryan and Peter insist on a total commitment to quality food prepared from the best local fresh ingredients and cooked to order. All food is home-made, including the puddings and luscious ice creams. The menu includes organic, vegetarian, game and fresh fish specials as well as traditional favourites like bangers and mash and steak and ale pie. The George has arranged special menus and a series of exciting events throughout the Festival.

MENDIP MOMENTS
Haydon Fields, Haydon Drive, Haydon, Wells, s’set BA5 3EH
Tel: 01749 679400
www.mendipmoments.com
Mendip Moments is an award winning rage of premium dairy ice creams and sorbets, using the finest quality milk and cream, and natural ingredients. Pure indulgence! Sampling at Sagebury Cheese, Frome on Wednesday 24th October. Food Tastings at Farringtons Farm Shop Thursday 25th October.

BEST WESTERN SWAN HOTEL
Saddler Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2RX
Tel: 01749 836300 F: 01749-836301
info@swanhotelwells.co.uk
www.swanhotelwells.co.uk
AA Rosette. Open to non-residents for morning coffee, lunch afternoon tea and dinner.
Head Chef, Paul Mingo-West creates a combination of modern and traditional British cooking with occasional European influences. He uses only the finest ingredients, local wherever possible. The magnificent oak panelled restaurant seats up to 60 guests whilst the beautiful surroundings of the Walled Garden and Garden Room are open for alfresco dining during the Summer months.

TINCKNELL COUNTRY STORE
Glastonbury Road, Wells BA5 1TQ
Tel: 01749 683 150
www.ticknellcountrystore.com
Expert advice on all country products from animal feed to Stihl, hardware and gardening equipment. AGA and Rayburn specialists in sales, service and cookware.

CARO'S CAFE
Caro’s Café & Deli, 98 High Street, Midsomer Norton BA3 2DE
Tel: 01749 675 827
Deli & Café selling local & home made produce and freshly cooked lunches. Open as a restaurant Fri & Sat evenings & Sunday lunchtimes.
Special offer: 2 course meal and a drink for £10 per head.

FARRINGTON’S FARM SHOP
Home Farm, Farrington Gurney, Somerset BS39 6UB
Tel: 01761 452266 Fax: 01761 450104
enquiries@farringtons.co.uk
www.farringtonsfarmshop.com
Monday - Saturday:
8am - 7pm Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Contact: Andy & Tish Jeffery (proprietors).
The farm shop with a difference!
Food from around the corner - not around the world. Farrington’s encompasses everything that’s good about a farm shop: farm-grown vegetables and an ever growing home-made range, plus the widest selection of top quality, locally produced foods, including Jon Thorner’s meat. It offers customers great value too, with attractive prices and a highly rewarding Loyalty Card scheme. Visiting Farrington’s isn’t simply ‘going shopping’. It’s an enjoyable experience for all the family. Buy good, wholesome, local food, meet the cute youngsters in the Baby Barn, marvel at Gert, the high flying Friesian - then relax in our award winning café.

Owned and run by Tish & Andy Jeffery from Home Farm, Farrington’s Farm Shop has helped to take farm retailing into a new dimension. As farmers themselves, the Jefferys recognise the importance of supporting local enterprise. From the outset it’s been part of Farrington’s policy to buy from as many local farmers and small, specialist suppliers as possible.

JON THORNER'S LTD
Bridge Farm Shop, Pylle, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6TA
Tel: 01749 830138 Fax: 01749 830301
www.jonthorners.co.uk

Farrington’s Farm Shop, Home Farm, Farrington Gurney,
Somerset BS39 6UB.
Tel: 01761 452266.

Whiterow Country Foods & Cafe.
White Row Farm, Beckington, Frome,
Somerset BA11 6TN.
Tel: 01373 830798
Contact: Jon Thorner

Founded over 20 years ago as one of the region’s very first farm shops, Jon Thorner’s specialise in supplying locally reared meat. Families can shop at Jon Thorner’s six shops with complete confidence, knowing that all their meat is of the highest quality and assured provenance - from top quality Mendip beef to succulent free-range pork, local lamb to a complete range of poultry.

As suppliers to over 50 Somerset schools and numerous hotels and restaurants throughout the area, Jon Thorner’s have seen demand for their meat steadily increase.

“Issues such as ‘food miles’ and meat provenance have become hot topics recently and it’s great that what we have been saying for years is now more understood and requested by a greater number of
shoppers. After all, locally sourced food has so
much more to offer - not least better flavour
and complete traceability of supply.” Jon told us.

They now have farm shops at Pylle and
Street (which also stock a fine selection
of cheeses, cakes and biscuits, wines
and gifts), butchery counters in
Farrington’s at Farrington Gurney,
Whiterow at Beckington and a new butchery
counter at Frome Valley Farm Shop at
Frampton Cotterell in Bristol. Now stocking
organic produce in the Jon Thorner’s Farm
Shops including beef, poultry, lamb and pork.
For further information please visit www.jonthorners.co.uk

LEVELS BEST
Somerset Food Links Ltd, 10-11 Bridge Barns, Long Sutton, Langport TA10 9PR
Levels’ Best is the collective trade mark for high quality food and drink produced on the Somerset Levels and Moors. All Levels’ Best products are traceable from the farm.

MES AMIS
12 Bath Road, Beckington BA11 6SW
Tel: 01373 830 723
elaine@mesamis.plus.com
Featuring artisan food and gifts as well as a selection of quality delicatessen produce.

SOMERSET FARMERS’ MARKETS
Tel: 01373 812 757
www.somersetfarmersmarkets.co.uk
sfm@bakehousecottage.freeserve.co.uk
All food is sourced within 40 miles of the market, enabling people to buy truly local food. We organise the following regular markets each month in the Mendip area.
• Wells every Wednesday 9am-2.30pm In the Market Place.
• Frome every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month 9am-1pm in the Cheese & Grain Building.
• Glastonbury every 4th Saturday of the month 9am-1pm in St Johns Car Park.
• Midsomer Norton every 1st Saturday of the month 9am-1pm, in the Methodist Hall.
• Axbridge every 1st Saturday of the month 9am-1pm in the Square. For more information contact our website. Dyne Drewett Solicitors, supporting our local farmers.

Dyne Drewett supporting our local Farmers

SOMERSET FOOD LINKS
Units 10 & 11 Bridge Barns, Long Sutton, Langport TA10 9PZ
Tel: 01458 241401
enquiries@foodlinks.org.uk
Somerset Food Links is an independent company that undertakes consultancy projects on a range of issues around developing the food sector. Their clients include food and drink producers, local authorities and other regional organisations, as well as businesses in tourism, food retail, wholesale and distribution. Somerset Food Links market position allows them to create, nurture and support supply chains. Using our networks and knowledge of food and drink producers, we respond to local retailers, wholesalers, caterers and consumers and broker relationships between buyer and seller.

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SOMERSET ORGANIC LINK
The Grain Store, Lower Street, Kingweston, Somerton TA11 6BE
Tel: 01458 224 618
www.somersetorganiclink.co.uk
mail@somersetorganiclink.co.uk
Somerset Organic Link is a co-operative of organic producers in South Somerset working together to sell their produce collectively to local markets, in order to give customers a wide range and continuity of supply.
They sell a range of fresh organic field vegetables, as well as a selection of crops from polytunnels and glasshouses. Fruit and out-of-season produce are bought in from outside the county where necessary to meet customer demand.
The co-op has a reputation for supplying fresh, delicious organic vegetables and fruit at affordable prices. The co-op’s service is friendly and accommodating. Ask any of their customers.
SOL values its direct contact with customers. Several farmers’ markets in Somerset have a SOL stall. The co-op has its own seasonal vegetable box scheme and also supplies Somerset Local Food Direct, a home-delivery service operating in the Glastonbury and Yeovil area.
Year on year, SOL aims to reduce the gap between Somerset - grown organic produce and imported produce. Somerset is lucky enough to have large areas of grade 1 agricultural land - in and around South Petherton and near Frome - which are ideal for growing vegetables. SOL’s sales records consistently show that there is a market for Somerset produce and SOL is keen to encourage organic growers in the county to join the co-op.
The co-op delivers organic fruit and vegetables throughout South Somerset and West Dorset. They also have customers in Devon, Wiltshire, Bristol and occasionally further afield.

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STON EASTON PARK
Ston Easton, Nr. Bath, Somerset BA3 4DF
Tel: 01761 241631; Fax: 01761 241377
info@stoneaston.co.uk
www.stoneaston.co.uk
Contact: Jo Westlake
Ston Easton Park is a superb Palladian mansion set in one of the West Country’s most romantic estates. The 1740 Grade 1 listed building is set within classical landscape created by the great 18th C. landscape gardener, Humphrey Repton. The Cedar Tree Georgian restaurant boasts a standard of service from a bygone era, creating the perfect ambience for fine dining. The cuisine as you may expect is of award winning stature. Really fresh vegetables are an essential part of the outstanding cuisine at the hotel, which has a Victorian kitchen garden to provide much of the finest, homegrown vegetables & herbs, backed up by the best local supplies.