Foodie Guides

Newton Stewart is a gateway to the Galloway Hills and a hub for local food in southwest Scotland. Farmers’ markets and food shops offer Galloway beef, venison, cheeses and preserves. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, [...]
Baldock is a compact market town in Hertfordshire with a high street of independent shops and eateries. Regular markets and surrounding farmland contribute to a food scene built on local meats, cheeses and produce. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade [...]
Cricklade, a Saxon town on the upper Thames, has a close-knit community and several local food outlets. It is surrounded by farmland that produces meats, vegetables and dairy found in nearby shops and cafés. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade [...]
Sherborne, in Dorset, is known for its abbey, schools and handsome stone buildings. The town has a strong food offering, with butchers, bakers and cafés showcasing Dorset and Somerset produce. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, [...]
Stranraer, a coastal town and former ferry port, offers seafood and local produce from Galloway and the Rhins. Its markets and food shops feature fish, dairy and vegetables. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]
Prudhoe, in Northumberland, is a small town with castle views and a growing food scene. Local food outlets include butchers, bakers and markets featuring Northumbrian fare. 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 wide [...]
Workington is a historic port town on the Cumbrian coast. While more industrial in feel, it still supports markets and food shops that stock produce from the Solway Plain and local farms. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based [...]
Helston is a historic town in Cornwall, home to the Flora Day festival. It supports a strong local food network, with markets and shops offering Cornish pasties, clotted cream and fresh vegetables. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based [...]
Ruthin, in Denbighshire, is a historic town with medieval buildings and a scenic setting. The local food scene is small but growing, with nearby farms providing quality meat and dairy. It’s also close to several producers of traditional Welsh cakes and preserves. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run [...]
Lutterworth is a small market town in Leicestershire with a quiet charm and access to local farms. Food shops and cafés feature regional meats, dairy and baked goods. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]