DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

West Dean Chilli Fiesta 7–9 August Tours, tutorials and tastings of all things chilli-related plus live music, dancing and a vintage fairground. Camping available. westdean.org.uk Clitheroe Food Festival 8 August With 110 stall-holders, based in Lancashire and selected by a panel of food experts, this is a truly local event. clitheroefoodfestival.com Bakewell Baking Festival 14–16 August A vintage-inspired giant garden party with two baking theatres, vintage stalls, games and cars, afternoon tea and on-site camping. bakewellbakingfestival.co.uk Isle of Wight Garlic Festival 16–17 August Top chefs and food experts including Rachel Khoo give demos; there’s a giant garlic marquee, beer and tea tents. garlic-festival.co.uk Newlyn Fish Festival 31 August See the masters at work as they demonstrate preparing and cooking fresh-off-the-boat fish. Gig racing, punts and sculling at the harbour, too. newlynfishfestival.org.uk…