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Exhibitions

School Dinners

2 Apr 2025 - 21 Feb 2027
All Day
Free with entry

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.

Exhibitions

Akenfield Revisited

10 May 2025 - 25 Mar 2027
10:00 - 17:00
FREE

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…

Daily Programme

Daily Talks & Tours

20 Jan 2026 - 23 Dec 2026
11:00 - 15:30
Free with entry

No matter which day you visit the Food Museum, there’s always a talk, tour or demonstration to enjoy.

Under 5s, Family Activity

Toddler Time

21 Jan 2026 - 23 Dec 2026
10:00 - 11:00
FREE

Looking for fun, educational activities for under-5’s? Join us for Toddler Time at the Food Museum every Wednesday!

Workshop

Forest School

30 Jan 2026 - 19 Dec 2026
10:30 - 14:30
£10-12

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.

Cafe

Afternoon Tea

1 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 2026
14:00 - 16:00
£40

Afternoon Tea Our stunning new bridge leads you to an incredible Afternoon Tea experience in the Fishing Lodge Built in the mid-18th century, this building was used by the former…

Events, Talks & Activities

IFST Food Science Discovery Day

10 Jun 2026
10:00 - 15:00
FREE

In partnership with the Food Museum, the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) presents the second Food Science Discovery Day.

Courses, Talks & Activities, Workshop

The Pudding and Pie Club

18 Jun 2026
18:00 - 20:00
£25

Join us at the Food Museum for the Pudding and Pie Club. Taking place in our Demonstration Kitchen, surrounded by our impactful School Dinners exhibition, this series of monthly workshops will teach you classic techniques in good company.

Book now for Summer Holidays!

The Summer Holidays are fast approaching and we’re ready to dive into a summer of flavour, fun and hands-on activities for all ages! Book now

We’ll also be launching our brand new play area in July! Want to be invited to our exclusive member launch event? Sign up today