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If you are interested in trading at future festivals please get in touch, send info on your company, pictures of your set up and products/ produce, links to social media and info and where you are based. If you are catering please include a menu, please send to baff@durham.gov.uk. The team will add you to the list for applications opening for 2026. Please note we make announcements through our social channels and website for applications.





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Latest festival news

Travel arrangements announced for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Heading to Bishop Auckland Food Festival this weekend? Organisers have announced travel arrangements for getting to the event. Bishop Auckland Food Festival returns to the town

Over 140 traders to appear at Bishop Auckland Food Festival: See what food is on offer
From halloumi wraps, wood fired pizza and fried chicken, to gyozas, loaded fries and sweet treats, there will be a feast of goodies for visitors to

Family fun on offer at Bishop Auckland Food Festival
From melodic music, street bands, to grannies on wheels, the streets of Bishop Auckland are set to come alive with entertainment during one of the region’s

More chefs announced for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
The full line up of celebrity chefs for Bishop Auckland Food Festival has now been confirmed, as organisers announce who will be appearing on Sunday. County