Every year on the third Sunday in May the streets of this Georgian town are closed to traffic to transform the town into a family-friendly FREE festival. (*parking charges apply). The festival opens with a cavalcade at 10:00 but traders may open at 09:30.
From street markets, food & drink stalls, cookery demonstrations with renown world class chefs, the Hampshire Farmers Market, a “Kids Zone” featuring Circus Skills, there really is something for everyone. For many the highlight of the day is Watercress Eating Championship which takes place at 15:00 on the main stage – a must see event hosted by our very own redoubtable Paul Rees keeping the participants in order and the crowd in stitches.
The festival opens at 10:00 and closes at 16:00, with the streets of New Alresford being returned to normal within a few hours.
2026 festival will be 17th May 2026. Click HERE for more information