For those who believe the best way to explore a place is through its flavors, foodie getaways in the UK are the perfect escape. With its diverse culinary scene, from Michelin-starred restaurants to farm-to-table experiences and artisanal markets, the UK has become a top destination for food lovers. Join us as we uncover the top foodie destinations and experiences across the UK, designed to satisfy your culinary curiosity and ignite your taste for travel.
Whether it’s a hidden gem of an Italian Restaurant in West Wales, tasting delicious crisp wine in a vineyard or enjoying being a chocolatier for the afternoon, let’s explore some foodie activities and eateries for you to enjoy. You could be enjoying a romantic weekend away or planning a wholesome hen party. We’ve got some great places for you to visit that will inspire you.
Foodie Getaways UK
A Secret Italian In Cardigan, Wales
Feast your eyes on delicious pizzas, pasta dishes and wonderfully authentic puddings. With recipes handed down from generations, you will not be left disappointed after a visit to Mannucci’s Italian Restaurant. A hidden gem in Cardigan.
Book a stay at nearby Wild Welsh Treehouse, an idyllic treehouse in West Wales with panoramic views and a hot tub! Whether its a romantic break or family getaway, this treehouse will make the most perfect place to rest when exploring the beautiful Welsh coastline.
Cardigan | Sleeps 2-5 | Outdoor Bath | Hot Tub | From £181 Per Night
Book Wild Welsh Treehouses here
Enjoy A Vineyard Experience in the Peak District
Perhaps you and your friends are looking for a way to spend a late summers afternoon when visiting the Peak District that doesn’t involve hiking? At Amber Valley Vineyards, you can enjoy a tour from £12 per person, with a relaxed atmosphere of learning and meandering around the vines. End the tour with a picnic, sampling some delicious wines. Perfect.
For a romantic couples break in the Peak District, we recommend the gorgeous Shepherd’s Hut at The Hut Eyam. This idyllic and quaint retreat provides all that you need for a cosy escape located in the friendly village of Eyam in Derbyshire, and a short distance from Bakewell.
Derbyshire | Sleeps 2 | Idyllic Location | From £125 Per Night
Experience Stunning Food In The Brecon Beacons, Wales
Prepare your taste buds for glorious, seasonal food! At Three Horse Shoes, Groesffordd they take pride in curating a monthly menu to cook with produce in it’s seasonal prime. This small but mighty Gastro Pub has also been awarded its second AA Rosette. So enjoy sitting beside a warm open fire or dine al fresco with views of the Black Mountains. Moreover, the Three Horse Shoes is a superb choice when staying in Mid-Wales.
If you’re thinking of exploring the beautiful Brecon Beacons, we suggest heading to Ffynnonau Woodland Cabins and Annex, just out of the market town of Brecon. Plan your day exploring the beautiful canal walks along the Monmouth to Brecon Canal and rounding the day off with a delicious meal at The Three Horse Shoes, just a short distance from the canal.
Mid Wales | Sleeps 4 | Outdoor Bath | From £150 Per Night
Book Ffynnonau Woodland Cabins and Annex here
Enjoy The Best Seafood In Padstow, Cornwall
The home of Rick Stein’s many foodie outlets from restaurants, bistros to his famous fish & chip shop. Padstow is a seafood lovers paradise! The Seafood Restaurant has an unrivalled reputation when you think of Seafood in Padstow. How can we disagree?! In his words “A celebration of the sea” and if you enjoy trying something new, you must be sure to book a table.
Located on the outskirts of Padstow you will find Bogee Farm, nestled into the Cornish countryside. Bogee Farm consists of a collection of properties sleeping from 2 – 8 guests, prices start from £95 per night. A great bolt hole to explore Cornwall.
Padstow | Sleeps 2 – 8 | Hot Tub | Coastal | From £95 Per Night
Experience Michelin Star Dining, Somerset
Enjoy a fine dining experience in a Michelin Star restaurant, Osip in Bruton. Expect set tasting menu, a selection of small snacks, raw or preserved vegetables, freshly baked breads and a broth, followed by a series of larger plates with desserts to finish. using only seasonal produce from a local farmer.
We suggest staying in the beautifully eco-friendly Korkhouse. Sleeping 2, Korkhouse really embraces the ‘good life’, and as such, brings immense inspiration to authors, scriptwriters, artists, photographers and designers can all benefit from the peace and tranquillity of this small, lovely home.
Dorset | Sleeps 2 | Eco-Friendly | Idyllic Location | From £150 Per Night
For Fine Dining In Hay-On-Wye, Powys
Now this fine little town is mainly recognised for being a charming book town, full of independent shops and eateries but you will come across the hidden gem of Chapters. Chapters is a Michelin Green Star restaurant showcasing seasonal, locally sourced and often home grown produce.
Just 25 minutes from Hay-On -Wye in the charming village of Burlingjobb is Hergest Lee. Once featured on Channel 4’s Extraordinary Escapes, built with sustainable, locally sourced materials ensuring that their environmental impact is minimised.
Mid Wales | Sleeps 2 -5 | Eco-Friendly | Room With A View | From £130 Per Night
A Chocolatier Experience In Leicester
If you are searching for an activity that isn’t something you’d normally do, but definitely something you’d eat afterwards, why not have a go at being a chocolatier! Cocoa Amore provides an ‘immersive chocolate experience’ where you can spend your time creating truffles and chocolate bars whilst learning about the history of chocolate, where do I sign up?
Perhaps you are planning a group getaway with this activity, it would be perfect to stay at Bonington Farm, where there is a range of cottages so whether there are 4 or 14 of you, there is space for you all, and a little over half an hour from Leicester where Cocoa Amore store is located, perfect!
Leicestershire | Sleeps 10-20 | Group Getaway | Hot Tub | From £150 Per Night
One For The Steak Lovers, South Wales
Enjoy fine dining at Steak on Six, situated within the Celtic Manor Hotel. Signature on Six is an 2 AA Rossette Awarded restaurant, experience award winning signature steaks set upon the sixth for of the Celtic Manor where you can not only enjoy beautiful food but also beautiful far reaching views.
For the ultimate experience, book a stay at the Celtic Manor Barn or even the adjoining Farmhouse, where you and your family or a group of friends can enjoy the use of the Celtic Manor’s facilities including spa’s and golf course. There numerous restaurants on site to explore taking the pressure off your group break to Wales just that little bit easier.
South Wales | Sleeps 8 | Group Breaks | Hot Tub | Spa Facilities | From £385 Per Night
A foodie getaway in the UK offers an unforgettable journey. Through some of the finest flavours, local ingredients, and culinary creativity the country has to offer. From savouring fresh seafood by the coast to sampling gourmet dishes in vibrant towns and discovering hidden gems in quaint villages. These experiences reveal the UK’s rich and diverse food culture. As you return home, you’ll carry with you not just the taste memories, but also an appreciation for the chefs that make each bite truly special. So, whenever the craving for adventure and great food strikes, remember that the perfect foodie getaway awaits right here in the UK.
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Featured Photo Credit: Lahtle Wood Glamping
