Farmers' markets
If you like knowing where your food has come from, don't miss Britain's farmers' markets, where you can meet the people who produce the food you buy. Farmers' markets have become a phenomenon in Britain, and are a great way of supporting local businesses.
Fresh, fabulous farmers' markets
The hypnotic smell of freshly baked bread and mouth-watering organic fruits cakes; these are the first things that hit your senses when you arrive at a one of Britain farmers' markets. And after that comes the tasting!
As you wander around, you can sample anything from creamy farmhouse cheddar and homemade organic quiche to wild boar sausages and outdoor reared beef. The array of tempting locally-grown and homemade food and drink is enough to make you salivate just thinking about it.
Farmers' markets sell produce that is grown naturally or organically, meats that are raised humanely on pasture, handmade farmstead cheeses, eggs and poultry from free-range fowl, as well as heirloom produce and heritage breeds of meat and fowl. They also give you the chance to meet the people who have produced these products.
The modern phenomenon of farmers' markets has seen an amazing surge in popularity over the past few years. There are now over 350 around the country, so wherever you are in Britain you'll have the chance to indulge in their delectable delights yourself.
Find out more about farmers' markets in our Farm shopping pages.