The Watercress Festival, Alresford, Hampshire, UK - 19 May 2024
A varied selection of fresh cakes and sweet treats for sale at the festival.The Nationally acclaimed Annual festival attracting thousands of visitors to New Alresford in Hampshire to celebrate all things watercress. The streets of this Georgian town are closed to traffic to transform the heart of the town into a family-friendly festival. From street markets, food & drink stalls, cookery demonstrations with renown world class chefs, the Hampshire Farmers Market, a "Kids Zone" featuring Falcon Displays and Circus Skills, there really is something for everyone. For many the highlight of the day is Watercress Eating Championship .