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WE’VE LINED UP SOME AMAZING SPEAKERS AND INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCES ACROSS ALL SEVEN FESTIVALS. TO HELP YOU PLAN YOUR WEEKEND AND DECIDE WHO YOU WANT TO SEE, CHECK OUT THE SESSION INFORMATION BELOW.

Watch a traditional Lion Dance performed by Dragons of The South, showcasing an integral part of Chinese Culture and History.
Join Travel Writer Ash Bhardwaj as he delves into his new book, Why We Travel. Discover the profound reasons behind our journeys, the transformative power of travel, and the stories that connect us all. This session promises to inspire us to think about travel from a new and exciting perspective.
TV presenter and car enthusiast James May, delves into his other passion, adventures around the world. Discussing his hugely successful 'Our Man in...' James will be sharing his most exciting adventures and lessons learnt along the way.
Author and naturalist Carol Donaldson talks about her heart-warming experience of the redemptive force of conservation, wildlife and nature. Delving into her adventure of not only supporting the environment, but also discovering community and belonging in the most unexpected places.
Have you ever wondered about exploration beyond the map? Join explorer Daniel Eggington to learn about his meaning of adventure and perseverance, which often means daring to explore the most dangerous, remote parts of the world.
The cooking couple behind Café Spice Namaste share the secrets of great tasting Indian snacks, but not your usual samosas… get ready to find out how to make Cyrus's Khusta Farsi Poori and Pervin's Potato Bhagee!
Zena first gained celebrity status showcasing her love for fusing different cultural flavours. Join Zena as she creates some delicious fresh summer drinks with exotic accompaniments.
Join Angela as she recreates some of Café Murano's fabulous Italian delights for you to make at home. Learn how to make the perfect gnocchi, melt in the mouth lamb and so much more!
If you want to 'jazz' up your traditional Sunday roast, then join Masterchef Professionals 2023 finalist, Lauren Wilmott, as she shares her passion for bold flavours, seasonal ingredients, and innovative cuisine mash-ups.
Can you imagine bringing 10 different vegetables together in one delicious meal? Join Theo Randall for his secret to getting the family loving veggies, the Italian Way!
The Masterchef Professionals 2023 winner joins us at CarFest to share his love for pudding! Who doesn’t love a Banoffee Pie? Learn how the professionals make it… and then try it at home!
Meet two Masterchef finalists and find out what it's really like to be part of one of the UK's most prestigious and fiercely fought Cookery competitions.
Meet the humble chef with a big heart and intense love for Italian food. Hear about his story, how he developed a love for authentic, rustic Italian food and what inspires him to continue creating and serving delicious heart warming dishes.
Zena shot to fame on Jamie Oliver’s Great Cook Book Challenge. Come meet this inspiring young cook as she shares her love for flavour and learn how she combines them to create both authentic and innovative renditions of international culinary classics.
Cyrus Todiwala has made his name by celebrating The Spice Trail, Meet Cyrus and his wife Pervin as they share their love for cooking and the secret behind their long-standing business and life partnership!
The man behind the Tapas Revolution, Omar Allibhoy joins us to share his fascinating story. Find out how he created one of the UK's largest Spanish restaurant chains and more importantly the secret to an amazing Paella!
The man behind Sosij creates stunning handcrafted artisanal sausages. This session gives visitors a chance to try their hand at adding a little extra finesse to the presentation of the traditional hot dog!
Son of Terry, but more importantly the man behind the hugely popular Homeslice Pizzeria gives you a chance to learn the art of Pizza making!
Food enthusiast and content creator Alexandra Botting aims to reshape perceptions, showing that healthy eating can be a vibrant and flavourful experience. See what amazing things she can do with waffles!
Theo Randall is a master of Italian cusuine. Join him to learn the art of great pasta making.
CEO of Eat Wild, Luisa Clutterbuck takes visitors on a journey to open hearts and minds about game and celebrating the variety of food available to us from nature.
Hosted by food & drink writer Andy Clarke, The CarFest Supper Club will be held across all three days of the festival featuring one guest chef in each session at The Cook’s Companion. Friday's session features an intimate chat with Italian food expert Theo Randall. These unique sessions give our guests the opportunity to ask any of those burning questions to these amazing chefs.
Join the King of Italian cooking, as he shows you how to BBQ a whole rack of lamb! Superbly complemented with his delicious anchovy sauce. You won't want to miss Theo as he shows off his love of truly rustic Italian cuisine.
Join culinary legend Angela as she shows us how to create a dish from tender meat, loads of butter and some beautiful greens…All on an open fire.
Vegetables and barbecues… is that an oxymoron? Not any more! As more of us lean towards a vegetarian or plant-based diet, the variety of things you can do with vegetables is increasing. Join Sam & Shauna as they showcase the great things you can do with veggies on the BBQ.
Our Masterchef Professionals Winner of 2023 takes a classic combination of Monkfish and Chorizo to create a fabulous dish over the open flames. Perfectly topped with freshly made flatbread… Who could want for more?
Who doesn’t love the paella? The sercet of which is that beautiful crispy bottom!… Which you can create over an open flame. Join Omar as he adds his own unique magic to the classic Spanish dish.
If you love the flavours of the tandoor, but don't want to have to go to the local restaurant, then join husband and wife team Cyrus and Pervin as they translate the art of tandoori cooking into grilling on the BBQ. Rich flavours, succulent meats in an offering of chicken tikka kebabs and chilli corn!
An exploration of one of the world’s most popular beer styles from a real heritage brewer. Beer Sommelier Dan Watkins will take you through a guided tasting of four beers from the Staropramen family. Exploring the proud history of Czech beer, its unique flavours and how two brewers from Prague brought their passion and expertise to the world.
Welcome to Wine Tasting with family-run vineyard Domaine des Jeanne. Join them to sample some delicious wines and discover the captivating flavours of the beautiful Luberon region in the South of France. Hosted by wine expert, Denise Douet, from Domaine des Jeanne, this session will introduce you to three exceptional wines from the esteemed collection: Prestige Rouge, JJ Blanc, and JJ Rosé.
Discover the art of English winemaking with an exclusive tasting session from one of England’s most prestigious wineries. Indulge in a curated selection of Silverhand Estate’s finest sparkling wines – including the brand-new and award-winning Silver Reign Rosé – as you explore tasting notes, gain vinicultural insights, and form a deep appreciation for the art of winemaking and the thriving English wine industry.
Join the Timothy Taylor’s sessions, hosted by Annabel Smith. In these sessions she will guide you through the world of beer, highlighting the award-winning ales brewed by Timothy Taylor's. Talking about the brewery's 165 year heritage and also busting some myths and teaching some facts about the nation's favourite drink. Each beer will be expertly paired with food from the artisan food producers exhibiting at FoodFest. Each pairing designed to make your palate sing.
What more could you wish for at a British Summer festival, than a cold, crisp, refreshing Apple Cyder? Beer and Cider Champion Dan Watkins will take you on a journey almost three hundred years in the making, tasting a range of four Cyders from the Aspall portfolio. Leave all your misconceptions about this wonderful beverage at the door, the only Cyder worthy of a toast.
Join Ocean Spray for an intimate mocktail classs where you can learn from drinks expert Carmen O'Neal, and get the chance to taste her innovative mocktail recipes featuring Ocean Spray. She shines a light on the growing trend of Lo and No alcoholic beverages, showing you how to create mocktails using the best no-alcohol ingredients around.
In this session, you'll discover the process of creating whisky from its individual components to the finished product. You'll have the opportunity to taste a deconstruction of one of their most popular whiskies of the year, experiencing both the isolated elements and the final blend. Get ready to explore the intricate flavors and aromas of different whiskies, breaking down each element to truly appreciate the complexity of this beloved spirit. Whether you're a whisky connoisseur or just starting your whisky journey, this tasting is sure to delight your senses and expand your palate.
Taste some delicious drinks and discover the Welsh craft spirits that are making waves. Hosted by Barry Island Spirits Co co-oswner Tim and Claire Whalley, this session will introduce you to three delicious cocktail recipes made using Barry Island Spirits’ range of award-winning Welsh craft gins, rum and vodka. You’ll be guided through the art of crafting delicious cocktails and you’ll get to sample a few too!
Get to know the exquisite flavour of Europe's first sheep's milk vodka by BLACKLION Vodka. You’ll get to try this unique sipping vodka over ice as well as in an array of breathtakingly beautiful cocktails designed exclusively by BLACKLION’s resident mixologist Pete Simpson
Join cocktail and spirits expert, Carmen O’Neal, for a Summer Cocktail Masterclass in collaboration with Ocean Spray. Learn how to create showstopping cocktails at home with top tips and tricks to create fun and fruity flavours at home. Throughout this guided demonstration, you’ll get the chance to shake and sip two cocktails.
Have you ever wanted to upcycle but didn’t know where to start? Join Courtney to learn how to upcycle a wooden picture frame using Annie Sloan chalk paint. All picture frames will be second hand so you can give them a new lease of life!
Spend an hour with Georgie who’ll inspire you with gorgeous examples on how you can revive and refashion your existing wardrobe. Learn some simple but striking embroidery techniques and how to create unique patches that’ll turn your clothes into statement pieces. Bring something to work on or shop Georgie’s preloved denim jacket collection to create something to wear on the day.
Make a fabulous colourful flower and pom pom hairband! Clair, who worked as milliner for Philip Tracy and was a senior footwear and accessory designer for Irregular Choice, will teach you how to make an amazing flower hairband perfect for the festival using fabric flowers, pom poms that you will make and add feathers and glitter! No sewing required.
Globally renowned expert Dr Rangan Chatterjee discusses in detail the various reasons mentally and physically why when things don't work out we fall back on soothing habits. A trip to the cupboard for snacks, scrolling on social media, a few beers or a couple of glasses of wine after a stressful day. He will offer simple techniques for reducing our reliance on the chaotic and uncertain outside world – and help us become an expert in ourselves to finally unlock true, long-lasting health and happiness.
Find out how to use the power of colour to make your home and life better with Dulux colour experts Creative Director Marianne Shillingford and Senior Colour Designer Dawn Scott. Learn how we see and respond to colours, what they say about us and our personalities plus how to paint your home happy with your favourite shades.
Gemma Newman, known as the Plant Power Doctor, is a British medical doctor, nutritionist, author and advocate of whole food plant-based nutrition and joins TV plant based chefs The Happy Pear in a fascinating session which will help you on your way to living a healthier and happier life.
This insightful session sees renowned menopause expert Dr Louise Newson talking to journalist and best selling author of 'Mad Woman' Bryony Gordon about how hormones affect women of all ages and the impact they have on our mental health. Listen to Bryony explain how the perimenopause caused her to reconsider her mental health. Was her experience of OCD affected by her hormones and what would society look like if women’s health was taken more seriously? Louise will offer her expert advice and knowledge on all things menopause related, breaking down the myths that surround it and how we can continue to function in our daily lives.
Turn adversity into your greatest opportunity with Colby Sharma As a leading resilience expert and thought leader who is focused on helping individuals and business organisations, Colby digs deep into his personal journey of adversity in this session to provide value to the audience and teaching them how to overcome adversity and thrive in times of change. In this scintillating talk, bestselling author of The Curveball, Colby will take you through tactics and strategies so you can become more resilient and boost your wellbeing.
In these lifechanging sessions, Andy will teach the audience his unique technique which shows you how to transform your drinking habits for good, rediscover the "real" you, and LOVE the process even if you have tried and failed in the past. Andy co-founded the One Year No Beer movement and recently co-created the Dryy app and AF community. Collectively, these innovations have helped hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of what he calls ‘middle lane’ moderate drinkers transform their health and happiness.
Simon Alexander Ong, an award-winning life coach, is highly regarded for his energy and wisdom, where he imparts knowledge on avoiding a human energy crisis through comprehensive energy management - spanning physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual perspectives. Simon firmly believes that “when it comes to happiness and productivity, energy truly is everything.” By unlocking the art and science of energy management, Simon equips his audiences with the tools to live each day with heightened energy levels, enabling them to transform their lives and careers.
Join menopause specialist Dr Kathryn Patrick and renowned surgeon Dr Paul Anderson in this must attend session for both women and men helping dispel some of the myths around the menopause that we are often faced with. This in-depth talk will see Dr Kathryn and Dr Paul discussing and giving their expert advice on the myriad of questions and challenges faced by couples.
Sunday Times best selling author and acclaimed moon mentor Kirsty will lead a workshop on venturing onto the goddess path, where she will teach you to reclaim your self-worth, learn how to establish your boundaries, cultivate intuition and learn who you truly are. A must see for anyone who needs a little extra support and a helping hand to encourage further self love.
Join Ally for this systematic method of complete relaxation, which is a completely guided & 100% effortless meditation technique that takes you into the deepest states of rest and regeneration. The process is based on your body's innate intelligence and biological ability to sleep. With cumulative practice, sleep deficits are restored and deepened states of meditation are achieved without effort.
Are you ready to unlock the power of laughter and embrace a happier, more connected world? Renowned author, broadcaster and coach Stephanie has a passion for promoting wellbeing and personal growth and has curated a unique approach that harnesses the boundless benefits of laughter, without the need for humour or jokes. These workshops focus on unlocking the inner joy within individuals and will teach you how to 'trick' your mind into releasing those happy hormones naturally.
We all know that we need to lift weights and build strength, but how to we do this with no equipment? Join Juliet for a 3 in 1 - arms, abs and lower body workout without using one piece of equipment.
If song and dance is your vibe, then swing by to take part in this fun dance workout experience where well-known songs from different decades are incorporated into dances which adds an element of familiarity and excitement for participants. Music has a powerful effect on motivation and mood by allowing participants to sing along and reminisce.
Yoga Nidra is systematic method of complete relaxation. It is a completely guided & 100% effortless meditation technique that takes you into the deepest states of rest and regeneration. All there is to do is lay down, get comfortable and listen to the guidance. The process is based on your body's innate intelligence and biological ability to sleep. There is no wrong way to practice this style of meditation. The power is in the simplicity for the practitioner. With cumulative practice, sleep deficits are restored and deepened states of meditation are achieved without effort. Over time, the benefits are endless.
This fascinating workshop will give an insight into this hightly regarded practice. Kinesiology is a holistic therapy which uses muscle response testing to measure the motor response of the central nervous system to a sensory challenge. By doing this, imbalances can be determined and methods to rebalance the body can be indicated.
Social and emotional skills are key during children and young people’s development that may help to achieve positive outcomes in health, wellbeing and future success. This relaxing and calming workshop is the perfect place to discover, experience and learn children’s meditation. An enjoyable and happy session designed to empower young ones to positively transform their emotional wellbeing. Adults can join in the fun too!
Sound bath meditation is an ancient practice designed to bring deep states of relaxation and meditation using a variety of instruments. This state of relaxation can alleviate symptoms of chronic stress, allows the body to retrun to feeling safe, improves sleep and reduces tension held in the body. It also releases emotions associated with past traumas, helping to heal on mental and emotional levels as physical.
Whether practiced in breathwork or a beginner, these restorative workshops will help to transform your breathing habits which will improve sleep quality, reduce anxiety and stress. Tracey Howes, an Advanced Oxygen Advantage Instructor will aid you to start to incorporate these science-based techniques into daily practice and training programs. Tracey is particularly interested in how hormonal fluctuations affect women’s breathing and quality of life and is committed to sharing evidence-based research to empower her clients.
Come and experience tapping with celebrity therapist Rebecca Francesca. She will take you through the process and show you the magic of Emotional Freedom Techniques in the same way she works with her clients on her 6 week programs The cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body's energy system. By adjusting the mind body connection we change our responses both physically and mentally and this is when the healing begins...
Ballroom legend Shirley Ballas talks about her glittering career as dancer and judge.  She shares candid insights into her life on and off the screen, shares anecdotes from Strictly, and talks about her latest book, the gripping cosy crime novel ‘Murder on the DanceFloor’.
Join Jay Blades, modern restorer and presenter of The Repair Shop, as he shares inspiring life lessons from his journey of overcoming adversity. With his trademark warmth and humour, Jay reveals how to find positivity in any situation
Comedian Ed Byrne reflects on his 20-year journey from university MC to stand-up star. He takes us through his latest tour Tragedy Plus Time, that explores how comedy helps cope with life's hardest challenges. 
Take your spot in front of the Main Stage, to hear from TV presenter and car enthusiast James May, acclaimed actor and musician Damian Lewis, and comedy legend Rob Brydon. There’ll be witty banter, fascinating stories, and jaw dropping anecdotes when these three huddle up. 
Bestselling author Bryony Gordon brings her trademark wit to a candid conversation about mental health. From coping with OCD to navigating perimenopause and parenting, Bryony shares hilarious and poignant insights from her life experiences.  
We hear from actor and author Ben Miller as he dives into his latest magical children's book. He shares the inspiration behind his tale of reluctant student Marcus and the friendly giant Crom. Find out how he weaves humour, adventure, and themes of friendship and bravery into this fabulous story for young readers. 
Join bestselling authors JoJo Moyes and Mike Gayle as they reveal the secrets behind creating a blockbuster novel. This unmissable session explores their writing processes, character development and how to find the path to literary success. Aspiring novelists and book lovers alike will gain fabulous insights into the art of storytelling.
Discover the power of motivational psychology that will transform your life with speaker and coach Andy Ramage. Learn how to find different types of motivation, create lasting change, and overcome common obstacles. Whether you're aiming to improve fitness, advance your career, or achieve personal goals, Andy shares practical tools and positive strategies for success. 
Pudsey is bringing his friends along. You can meet Hey Duggee, Bluey & Bingo and Supertato and others including The Clangers Tiny & Small and Peter Rabbit.
Kick off every day with a Pudsey & Pals Power-up Party including singing, dancing, game shows and brand-new panel show Take A Paws, hosted by Chris Jarvis, Nigel Clarke, Kathryn Wilson and featuring Pudsey.
Pudsey is bringing his friends along. You can meet Hey Duggee, Bluey & Bingo and Supertato and others including The Clangers Tiny & Small and Peter Rabbit.
With tales of revolting rulers and mad monarchs from Britain’s barmy past! A fast-paced two-hander, audiences will discover all the most gruesome and awful truths about British royals in the most hilarious way imaginable. See Mary Tudor knock the spots off Mary Queen of Scots! Singalong with crazy King Charles and move to the groove with party Queen Victoria! Boasting the funniest and most outrageous regal scenes from the hit Barmy Britain shows, Rotten Royals promises Pudsey’s Spot will be most amused!
Pudsey is bringing his friends along. You can meet Hey Duggee, Bluey & Bingo and Supertato and others including The Clangers Tiny & Small and Peter Rabbit.
Join award-winning musician and broadcaster Yolanda Brown for an incredible 45-minute celebration of music! Yolanda’s Band Jam encourages children to discover the joys of music through dancing, singing and playing! Yolanda’s Band Jam not only expands children’s knowledge about music and instruments but also inspires them to discover the wonders of music making.
Pudsey is bringing his friends along. You can meet Hey Duggee, Bluey & Bingo and Supertato and others including The Clangers Tiny & Small and Peter Rabbit.
Musical Storyland LIVE is coming to Pudsey’s Spot! Musicians from the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra trumpeter Sean Chandler presents a live and interactive performance of The Enormous Turnip from the CBeebies series Musical Storyland.
Join Lucy Walters with Pudsey & Pals as they Power-down every day with storytelling and music.
Come and say good night to Pudsey and his friends. Come and meet Hey Duggee, Bluey & Bingo and Supertato and others including The Clangers Tiny & Small and Peter Rabbit.
Is because “the government say so” the only reason to go zero emission and electric for our vehicles? Have you ever wondered what it is like to “plug in” an electric vehicle (EV) and where you can do that? What about fuels that will allow us to drive our dream cars but in a zero emission way… is that even possible? Change can be very exciting and at The EV Café we know many are a little curious about EVs so let us answer some of your questions with help from The AA, The premier sponsors, BP Pulse and “Sustain” fuels not to mention The EV Cafe team!
The UK really will have sufficient energy and electric chargers to enable people to drive electric today. We speak to energy experts responsible for generating renewable energy, storing it and distributing it to where you need it. The benefits of using clean renewable energy and national and local plans to increase energy generation and charging infrastructure will reassure even the greatest sceptic that the future can be electric without all the lights going out!
Electric vehicles look just like any other vehicles these days and we explore the broad range of cars, motorbikes, vans and trucks that have drunk their last drop of diesel or petrol and become cleaner. Are they as good as the existing engines we are so used to? Can you tow a caravan or trailer with an EV? Can you drive over 1500 miles in a week? Is an electric motorbike any good? Are there even COOL electric cars? Our panel will provide answers to these and more questions showing that being green is too cool for school!

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