The Cheese & Chilli Festival is Coming to Salisbury!
Get ready, Salisbury — the Cheese & Chilli Festival is coming to the city for the very first time in 2027! 🎉
We’re bringing our much-loved festival to Hudson’s Field for a huge weekend of fantastic food, live entertainment, family fun and, of course, plenty of CHEESE & CHILLI! 🧀🌶️
Whether you’re a serious chilli-head, a cheese lover, a foodie looking for something new, or simply searching for a great family day out, there’ll be something for everyone.
🧀 Cheese, Cheese & More Cheese
Discover an incredible selection of artisan cheeses from talented producers, with plenty of opportunities to taste, sample and take your favourites home. From traditional classics to unusual flavour combinations, cheese lovers are in for a treat!
🌶️ Chilli Galore
Like things hot? Explore an amazing selection of chilli sauces, chutneys, jams, seasonings and fiery creations. Whether you prefer a gentle kick or something seriously spicy, you can choose your own heat level!
🍔 Fantastic Food & Traders
Come hungry! We’ll have a fantastic variety of street food, artisan producers and independent traders offering delicious food, sweet treats, sauces, drinks, handmade products and much more.
🍳 Live Cooking Demonstrations
Head over to the Cooking Theatre to watch live demonstrations throughout the weekend, pick up some new ideas and discover creative ways to use cheese and chilli in the kitchen.
🔥 The Chilli Eating Competition
Do you think you can handle the heat?
Our legendary Chilli Eating Competition is not for the faint-hearted! Take part yourself or grab a good viewing spot and watch our brave contestants battle their way through increasingly fiery chillies.
🎡 Loads of Family Fun
The Cheese & Chilli Festival isn’t just for grown-ups. We’ll have plenty to keep younger festival-goers entertained, with a range of FREE children’s activities and entertainment throughout the weekend.
And even better — children under 16 attend FREE!
🎶 Live Music & Entertainment
Sit back, grab something tasty and enjoy a packed programme of live music and entertainment throughout Saturday and Sunday, creating the perfect festival atmosphere.
🍺 Bars & Refreshments
Fancy a cold one? Our festival bars will be serving a great selection of drinks throughout the weekend, giving you the perfect excuse to sit back, relax and soak up the atmosphere.
🛍️ Artisan Shopping
It’s not all about food! Browse a fantastic collection of independent traders selling handmade gifts, crafts, festival goodies and unique products you won’t necessarily find on the high street.
🌳 A Brand-New Festival for Salisbury
2027 marks the very first Cheese & Chilli Festival in Salisbury, and we can’t wait to bring the festival to Hudson’s Field.
Expect a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with great food, great entertainment and plenty happening throughout the weekend.
Come and be part of Salisbury’s first-ever Cheese & Chilli Festival! 🧀🌶️🎉

Salisbury Cheese and Chilli Festival
Hudsons Field, Salisbury


