North Devon FOODfest – get there by train

Hop on the scenic Tarka Line to Barnstaple on Sunday 20th October for the return of North Devon FOODfest.

What’s on

Held in Barnstaple’s Pannier Market from 10am – 3pm, the FOODfest is the district’s largest food and drink festival. It’s free to attend with no booking needed and it’s less than a 15-minute walk from Barnstaple station.

You’ll be able to sample and purchase a diverse range of cuisines from British classics to international street food. There will also be a wide range of craft beers, ciders, wines, and spirits as well as an array of talented chefs, restaurateurs, and artisan producers.

Check out the 2024 exhibitor list on Facebook.

Get there by train

Take the train to Barnstaple from either Exeter St Davids or Exeter Central, with trains running hourly.

Adult Off-Peak Day Return fares:

Exeter St Davids – £13.80

Exeter Central – £14.00

Kids travel half-price (5-15yr olds). Under 5s free.

Save a third off the adult fare for you and a friend (with up to four kids travelling for just £1 each) with a Devon & Cornwall Railcard – just £12 a year for local residents. Now available to buy online.

Look up train times and buy rail tickets on the GWR website or app.

More to Explore

Visit North Devon by train and bus

Rail Ale Trails

Foodie Guides

Beaches by train