Wild Guide Central England

Best for
Slow food & drink
From the Vale of Belvoir and its world-renowned,
pungent, blue cheeses to ancient Herefordshire cider
orchards, travelling in Central England today offers an
incredible adventure in both food s and drink Y. Whether
you fancy a well-hung, rare-breed, grass-fed steak
treat, an organic sourdough loaf or some freshly-picked
strawberries for your picnic feast, you’ll find a delightful
array of farm shops, micro-breweries, delis and village
shops waiting to tempt you away from the supermarkets.
Eating locally and seasonally not only gives us a real
taste of the local culture and traditions of the region,
but also supports the craft producers and farmers, and
their heritage breeds – both animal and vegetable. The
farm shops and village shops and their cafés are now
important hubs for many rural communities and offer a
warm welcome to visitors.
For something more indulgent head to one of the many
fantastic gastropubs, where you can feast on the best
local produce cooked to perfection by renowned chefs.
Our food choices have a huge consequence on our
environment, so choose your fare thoughtfully and the
rewards will be manifold.
The Samuel Fox Inn, Bradwell p69
Dickies Butchery & Cow Shed p96
The Olive Branch, Clipsham p148
The Berkeley Arms, Wymondham p150
King’s Arms, Wing p150 (pictured)
The Pheasant at Neenton, p172
Gwatkin Cider p220
Clive’s Fruit Farm p230
The Fold Café and Farmshop p230
Jolly Nice Farm Shop & Kitchen p282
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