St Ives Food & Drink Festival is expected to return to Porthminster Beach in 2027 - local press reported planning underway in May 2026, but dates had not been announced as of 30 July 2026, so check the official site before booking around it. The 2026 edition ran from Friday 15 to Sunday 17 May, with three free festival days built around chef demonstrations, live music, artisan food and drink.
The 2026 programme included cooking at the Chef’s Fire Pit, a Beach Stage, an artisan market, street food and family activity. Masterclasses and chef-table experiences used separate booking arrangements, so the event is recorded as mixed admission rather than wholly free.
Visitor information
Dates: 2027 dates not yet announced. The 2026 edition ran Friday 15 to Sunday 17 May.
Venue: Porthminster Beach, The Warren, St Ives, TR26 2EB.
Admission: General festival entry and daytime music were free. Some masterclasses and dining experiences were separately bookable.
Access: The official FAQ states that the beach event is accessible only on foot. The St Ives branch-line station is immediately above Porthminster Beach, but visitors should consult current transport information for future editions.
Dogs: The organiser’s 2026 FAQ allowed dogs on leads by special arrangement with the landowner while recommending that visitors leave them at home because the event becomes busy. Future rules may differ.
The visitor details above describe the completed 2026 edition. Chef line-up, parking arrangements and admission terms must be re-verified once the organiser confirms the 2027 programme.
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