Foodie Guides
Witney, west of Oxford, has a long history of blanket making but now also offers a thriving food scene. Weekly markets and a range of food shops support producers from the surrounding Oxfordshire and Cotswold areas. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of [...]
Cirencester, known as the 'Capital of the Cotswolds', blends Roman heritage with a vibrant market town feel. The town hosts regular farmers’ markets and supports a mix of food shops, including traditional butchers and artisan bakeries. Local produce from the surrounding countryside features strongly in its food scene. Introducing Handpicked [...]
Masham, in North Yorkshire, is known for its breweries and historic market square. The town celebrates local food and drink with markets and shops offering Yorkshire meats, cheeses, and real ales. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in [...]
Honiton, in East Devon, is historically known for lace-making, but today it's equally respected for local food. The town has markets and independent shops offering West Country cheeses, meats, and vegetables. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in [...]
Nailsworth, in Gloucestershire, is a small Cotswold town with a big foodie reputation. Known for its independent spirit, it boasts several delis, bakeries and food shops focused on quality and sustainability. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in [...]
Pateley Bridge is a charming town in Nidderdale, North Yorkshire. It’s home to England’s oldest sweet shop and a strong local food scene, with nearby farms and producers providing high-quality meat, vegetables and dairy. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade [...]
Pocklington, in the East Riding of Yorkshire, is a traditional market town at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds. It has a strong community feel and supports local produce through its weekly market and independent shops. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of [...]
Lyme Regis, on the Jurassic Coast, is a historic seaside town famous for fossils and seafood. Local mackerel, crab and cheeses feature heavily in the town’s food shops and restaurants. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, [...]
Broadway is a popular village in Worcestershire, known for its long high street and well-kept buildings. The area is rich in local produce, and the village features food shops and cafes using ingredients sourced from the Vale of Evesham and beyond. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business [...]
Great Dunmow is a market town in Essex with roots going back to Roman times. It has a strong local identity and supports independent food shops and regular markets offering local meats, breads and vegetables. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine [...]