Exhibitions
School Dinners
Explore school dinners past, present and future as memories and tastes of school food are brought to life through our new annual exhibition, opening March 2025.
Events
28th Festival of Beer and Brewing
Enjoy a range of real ales, craft beers and ciders, all within the picturesque surroundings of the museum!
Daily Programme
Daily Talks & Tours
No matter which day you visit the Food Museum, there’s always a talk, tour or demonstration to enjoy.
Workshop
Forest School
Let the kids go wild in the glorious woodlands of our 84-acre site! Forest School is a unique experience that offers participants the opportunity to succeed and develop confidence through hands-on activities outdoors.
Family Activity, Under 5s
Toddler Time
Looking for fun, educational activities for under-5’s? Join us for Toddler Time at the Food Museum every Wednesday!
Exhibitions
Akenfield Exhibition
50 years on from the release of the film, the Food Museum is pleased to tell the story of Akenfield – the groundbreaking book, the film and the people who…
Cafe
Afternoon Tea
Our stunning new bridge has given the public access to the Fishing Lodge for the first time. Built in the mid-18th century, this building was used by the former residents…
Demonstrations
Steam Sunday
Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of our working steam traction engine, the Empress of Britain, as our volunteers use steam coal to bring it to life.
