The small towns across the UK that every foodie should visit, according to Olive Magazine, are a treasure trove of culinary delights. From the tranquil Lake District to the sun-kissed beaches of Cornwall, these charming towns offer a unique gastronomic experience that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palates.
Here are the 17 small towns across the UK that every foodie should visit, according to Olive Magazine:
- Totnes (Devon)
- Alnwick (Northumberland)
- Falmouth (Cornwall)
- Folkestone (Kent)
- Jersey (Channel Islands)
- Reigate (Surrey)
- Hebden Bridge (West Yorkshire)
- Bruton (Somerset)
- Lyme Regis (Dorset)
- Stockbridge (Scotland)
- Aldeburgh (Suffolk)
- Malton (Yorkshire)
- Studland (Dorset)
- Moreton-in-Marsh (Cotswolds)
- Tisbury (Wiltshire)
- North Berwick (Scotland)
- Deal (Kent)
- Orford (Suffolk)
- Abergavenny (Wales)
- Clitheroe (Lancashire)
- Porthleven (Cornwall)
- Bridport (Dorset)
- Ashburton (Devon)
- Kendal (Lake District)
Why Abergavenny is a’must-visit’ for foodies
Abergavenny is a’must-visit’ for foodies due to its annual food festival, which takes place in September. Olive describes the Abergavenny Food Festival as “one of the most creative and dynamic culinary gatherings in the UK”, as well as being one of the longest-running.
Regulars come for talks by renowned chefs such as Diana Henry and Bee Wilson, dinner party masterclasses with Rosie Birkett and Elly Pear, vegan BBQing tips from Matt Pritchard, debates on sustainable farming, a children’s cookery school, and outdoor feasts based around wild cooking.
Beyond the festival, the “quiet market town” boasts a wide range of independent shops, including The Angel Bakery and The Marchers Deli. The best place for breakfast and lunch in Abergavenny, according to Olive, is The Kitchen at The Chapel, where the soda bread is baked each morning and might be served with pumpkin, butter bean, and olive oil soup, accompanied by a local craft cider.
More Foodie Hotspots in Abergavenny
Another place to try is the Michelin-starred Walnut Tree Inn, located just outside town. The top five places to eat in Abergavenny, according to reviews and ratings on Tripadvisor, are:
| Restaurant | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jolly Colliers Inn | 4.8/5 |
| The Crown | 4.7/5 |
| Anatolian Restaurant | 4.6/5 |
| The Gaff | 4.5/5 |
| The Walnut Tree | 4.5/5 |
There are several other restaurants in Abergavenny that come highly recommended by visitors. The best places to eat in Abergavenny according to Tripadvisor are:
- The Gaff
- The Crown
- Anatolian Restaurant
- Jolly Colliers Inn
- The Walnut Tree
Where is your favourite place for food in Abergavenny?
