The seventh annual Harrogate Food & Drink Festival drew significant crowds to the picturesque grounds of Ripley Castle over the weekend, offering a vibrant mix of culinary delights, entertainment, and family fun.
The two-day festival proved a popular draw for attendees. Visitors enjoyed a wide array of attractions, including live demonstrations by celebrity chefs, a variety of independent street food vendors and bars, and the unique ‘foodie Olympics’.
The event also featured new stages with live music and fun rides, ensuring entertainment for all ages. The festival, now in its seventh year, benefited from favourable weather conditions and successfully raised funds for its chosen charity partner, Mind in Harrogate.
These brilliant photographs capturing the event's highlights were taken by photographer Gerard Binks.
13. Harrogate Food Festival, Ripley Castle
Ian Gibbons AKA Grinling of Viking Heritage Kitchen cooking breakfast at Harrogate Food and Drink Festival at Ripley Castle. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
14. Harrogate Food Festival, Ripley Castle
A cooking demo with Ruth Hansom of Hansom Restaurant, Bedale, at Harrogate Food and Drink Festival at Ripley Castle. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
15. Harrogate Food Festival, Ripley Castle
Young visitors enjoy the fairground rides at Harrogate Food and Drink Festival at Ripley Castle. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks
16. Harrogate Food Festival, Ripley Castle
A family enjoys the fairground rides at Harrogate Food and Drink Festival at Ripley Castle. (Picture Gerard Binks) Photo: Gerard Binks