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Feeding Belper
Join Adrian Farmer on a fascinating journey through Belper’s culinary history, exploring how people have been fed over the past 1,000 years. From medieval market stalls to modern kitchens, this walk uncovers the stories, flavors, and traditions that shaped the town’s food culture.
As part of the Belper 250 celebrations, this walk gives you a unique taste of history—literally and figuratively! Highlights include:
• Discover Belper’s food heritage – Learn how locals sourced, cooked, and enjoyed their meals across the centuries.
• Explore hidden stories – Hear tales of markets, inns, and unusual recipes that you won’t find in a cookbook.
• Enjoy a guided adventure – Follow Adrian Farmer through the streets and alleys of Belper while soaking up history.
• Connect with the festival – This walk is part of the Belper 250 program, celebrating 250 years of local life, innovation, and community.
• Check out what else is happening during Belper 250—from heritage walks and concerts to the Belper Donkey Parade, river cruises, and even a ‘Struttybanger’ sausage competition—full details and bookings are available at www.belper250.co.uk/
Perfect for history buffs, food lovers, and curious explorers, this walk offers insight, fun, and a fresh perspective on Belper’s rich past. Step into the shoes of centuries of Belper residents and see how the town’s food story unfolds through the ages.
Walk Leader: Adrian Farmer
As part of the Belper 250 celebrations, this walk gives you a unique taste of history—literally and figuratively! Highlights include:
• Discover Belper’s food heritage – Learn how locals sourced, cooked, and enjoyed their meals across the centuries.
• Explore hidden stories – Hear tales of markets, inns, and unusual recipes that you won’t find in a cookbook.
• Enjoy a guided adventure – Follow Adrian Farmer through the streets and alleys of Belper while soaking up history.
• Connect with the festival – This walk is part of the Belper 250 program, celebrating 250 years of local life, innovation, and community.
• Check out what else is happening during Belper 250—from heritage walks and concerts to the Belper Donkey Parade, river cruises, and even a ‘Struttybanger’ sausage competition—full details and bookings are available at www.belper250.co.uk/
Perfect for history buffs, food lovers, and curious explorers, this walk offers insight, fun, and a fresh perspective on Belper’s rich past. Step into the shoes of centuries of Belper residents and see how the town’s food story unfolds through the ages.
Walk Leader: Adrian Farmer
Sunday 14 June
Belper Marketplace Derbyshire DE56 1FZ
Tickets: Adults £7.50 (plus online booking fee) Under 16s go free Places are limited – all walks must be pre-booked online at www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar/ 2pm-4pm
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