Foodie Guides
Totnes, in South Devon, is a market town with a strong reputation for ethical and sustainable living. Its high street is full of independent food shops, wholefood stores, and cafes. The town has a thriving local food culture supported by nearby producers in the Dart Valley. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box [...]
Epping, on the edge of London and Epping Forest, retains a strong market town feel. The high street includes traditional butchers, bakeries and greengrocers, and the town hosts a weekly market with local produce from Essex and beyond. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 [...]
Thame, in Oxfordshire, is a handsome market town with medieval roots and a vibrant modern food scene. The weekly market, held since the 13th century, continues to thrive with local produce and street food. The surrounding area is known for its farming, particularly beef and pork. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box [...]
Maybole, in South Ayrshire, is a traditional town with access to farmland and food producers. Local retailers offer meat, vegetables and bakery items from the surrounding area. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer a [...]
Crickhowell is a small town in the Usk Valley with a strong independent spirit. It has won awards for its high street, which includes family-run butchers, bakers and food shops. The town supports a range of locally sourced food and drink from the Black Mountains region. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box [...]
Chipping Norton, often referred to as ‘Chippy’, is a lively market town in the Cotswolds. It has a strong local food presence, with regular markets and independent retailers offering meats, baked goods and Cotswold cheeses. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine [...]
Alston is one of the highest market towns in England, perched in the North Pennines. It has a close-knit community and supports food shops selling Cumbrian meats, pies and cheeses. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, [...]
Carnforth is a railway town in north Lancashire with access to Morecambe Bay and the Lake District. Local food shops offer fresh seafood, Cumberland sausage, and regional cheeses. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]
Wigtown, Scotland’s National Book Town, also has a growing foodie reputation. Its shops and cafés feature regional produce including lamb, artisan cheese and fresh baking from local suppliers. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]
Ashbourne, on the edge of the Peak District, is known for its historic centre and food shops. The town has a tradition of markets and supports local producers of game, cheese and baked goods. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade [...]