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Showcasing our amazing members – your local farmers, producers, chefs, pubs, restaurants and artisan talent from across Hampshire & the Isle of Wight.

Help us support local! Hampshire Fare was established in 1991 by a small group of food producers who wanted to actively promote the benefits of buying local food, drink and crafts. Membership of Hampshire Fare currently stands at 400 local food, drink and craft businesses. Member businesses range from pig farmers and w**e makers to farm shops, pubs, restaurants and hotels. Any business that produces, sells or serves local produce from Hampshire is entitled to join Hampshire Fare. Sign up for our newsletter at www.hampshirefare.co.uk to find out more about local food and drink, read the latest local food news, see what's on where for local food lovers and take part in our competitions to win fabulous foodie prizes! Hampshire Fare works strategically with Hampshire County Council, along with our Corporate Partners: Fuller Smith & Turner, The Southern Co-operative , Hattingley Valley, Ideal Collection, Hampshire Cultural Trust, Newsquest (Southern) UK, Rownhams House & Gardens, Starfish Creative Design, Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, The Ageas Bowl, Paris Smith LLP, The Watercress Co. and our Corporate Friends: Apollo Internet Media, Berry Bros & Rudd, Business South, Guildhall Wi******er, Harvest Fine Foods, Honesty Group, Leckford Estate, Menzies, New Forest & Hampshire County Show, Upham Brewery and NFU Mutual. The CLA and The New Forest Marque are Strategic Partners.

18/09/2026

Have you heard of pannage pork? 🐖

In this weeks Southern Daily Echo column, Natasha explored this ancient, regenerative farming method that has been used for almost 1000 years…

🍁 There are plenty of signs that autumn is on the way, but none is more recognisable in Hampshire than the arrival of pigs in The New Forest.

Pannage season begins on 14th September, when New Forest Commoners turn their pigs out into the forest, to forage among the fallen acorns, beech mast and other natural food. 🌰

It is a tradition that goes back centuries, with the pigs playing a vital role in the ecosystem of The New Forest. Acorns can be poisonous to the cattle and ponies that roam freely through The Forest, but are harmless to the pigs, who tuck into them as a tasty snack.

Pannage pork then becomes a truly seasonal treat, available in local butchers and farm shops from late autumn. Their feasting on acorns and beech mast gives the meat a nutty, rich and savory flavour, with a distinct marbled appearance.

And there could be no better time than the beginning of autumn to explore The Forest. Head out on a clear, sunny day, keep your eyes out for the pigs roaming the forest floor and take a copy of our Local Produce Guide with you, to pick your favourite places to stop, rest, eat and shop!

17/09/2026

A very warm welcome to our new member Ceason | Condiments | Street food created by local Wi******er chef Olly Biggs!

Olly’s career began as a pot-washer, but went on to take him through some of the South Coast’s most respected kitchens, including The Ginger Fox and The Wykeham Arms.

In 2016, Olly and his wife Naomi opened Forte Kitchen, an award-winning Wi******er restaurant built on local produce and simple dishes elevated with a touch of creativity.

More often than not, that touch of creativity was a sauce. The finishing flourish that turned a good plate into a memorable one.

Those sauces became customer favourites, and so Ceason Food Co. was born. Bottling years of recipe development and seasonal menu creation into handy jars, meaning that same restaurant quality finishing touch is only ever one spoonful away, whatever’s on your plate.

🔗 Find more details about Ceason Food Co, as well as our community of over 350 local producers, hospitality venues, retail destinations and trade services, on the Hampshire Fare website - just head to the “Discover Local” tab to start exploring!

29/08/2026

Just one week to go until the Alresfordshow 🎉

From humble beginnings in 1908, to becoming one of the country’s finest agricultural events, the Alresford Show has a rich and fascinating history.

Over 100 years later, the show continues on as a one-day event that brings the community together, with a full day of farming fun, family entertainment and rural celebrations.

Livestock, horses, horticulture, machinery, crafts, shopping and local produce all come together for a day that celebrates the countryside and the people who work in it.

And food and drink, of course, plays an important role! The Local Produce Area will be filled with plenty of our very own Hampshire Fare members, showcasing the produce and the passion that makes our county such a vibrant and diverse culinary destination. 🍎🧀🍰

From delicious local food and drink to handmade products and plenty of inspiration for your next shop, there’s lots to discover.

So, if you’re looking for a brilliant day out next Saturday, make sure the Alresford Show is on your list! 🎪🌾

📅 Saturday 5 September
📍 Tichborne Park

We’ll see you there! 👋

23/08/2026

In the August issue of Hampshire Life meet Bethan Knights and Angharad Pike - the sister duo behind the Hayling Island flower farm Harbourside Flowers

Between them, the sisters found they had all the skills they needed to start their sustainable flower farm and floristry business, specialising in weddings, events and funerals, creating bespoke arrangements that perfectly suit the clients needs.

The sisters say that having the support of each other has been key, but also that being a member with Hampshire Fare has been great for making connections, meeting other local businesses and raising their profile.

“When you buy from your local flower farm, you’re not only supporting local businesses, but you’re also getting something that’s fresher, more scented, seasonal and often far more individual” says Angharad.

Read the full article in the August issue of Hampshire Life, and look out for the Meet the Producer feature every month in the magazine, which always showcases a Hampshire Fare member!

🖋️ Words: Eve Smallman
📸 Photography: Amanda Harrison Photography

20/08/2026

What an incredible weekend at The New Forest Food Festival!

The field at Hinton Admiral was buzzing all weekend, with over 8,500 people heading through the gates over the 2 days, to explore delicious food, see chef demos on the cookery theatre stage and enjoy live music, kids entertainment and so much more!

Natasha hosted a back-to-back line up of local chefs and producers across the weekend in the Cookery Theatre, with visitors experiencing everything from a Blue Fin tuna being prepared, to local cocktail recipes and mouthwatering dishes that had people queuing out the tent for a taster!

The Hampshire Fare stand was also busy - we handed out over 1200 copies of our Local Produce Guide and got to meet lots of you in person and have some wonderful conversations around supporting local food, drink and craft businesses. Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by 💚

And of course, it was brilliant to see so many of our members there, showcasing their passion and products. Most of them were too busy all weekend for us to even stop and chat with them - a good problem to have!

The tragic fires in The New Forest this summer have had a devastating effect on the landscape, the wildlife and the businesses that call the forest home. Please continue to support them as much as you can by visiting, eating, drinking and shopping with local brands. Your support will be appreciated more than you know 💚🌳🦌

17/08/2026

In this weekends Southern Daily Echo column, Natasha explored how food brings us all together, and highlights some of the fantastic opportunities to explore some of Hampshire’s best local produce at two upcoming agricultural shows.

On 5th September, Natasha will be judging the Local Produce Area at Alresfordshow - a display of some of the very best produce from the county, showcasing the skills, time, patience and pride that we don’t see when buying from supermarket shelves.

Alresford Show is a wonderful reminder of how food is part of a much bigger rural picture. Livestock, horses, horticulture, machinery, crafts, shopping and local produce all come together for a day that celebrates the countryside and the people who work in it.

Then, a week later, Hampshire Fare will be returning for another year at The Romsey Show on Saturday 12th September, where Natasha will be hosting the skills kitchen. It’s another brilliant opportunity to see local chefs in action, catch some insightful producer talks and even experience a Hampshire cocktail masterclass!

Events like these are your opportunity to meet the people behind our local food businesses, ask questions and learn a little more about the food and countryside on our doorstep. We hope to see you there!

16/08/2026

We are delighted to welcome our newest member, Porky Whites to the Hampshire Fare family!

Porky Whites started with two brothers, a butcher’s shop in Ewell, and a straightforward ambition: to make the best sausage possible.

Nine decades on, Porky Whites is still Surrey-based, still family-run, and still making award-winning quality products that have featured on Concorde, served up at royal weddings, and still listed in retail and on menus of some of Britain’s most respected pubs and restaurants.

Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a catering partner or simply want to bulk buy for friends and family, Porky Whites offers the highest quality sausages and meat products, made with the same care and commitment to quality that has been at the heart of the business for over 90 years.

🔗 Find more details about Porky Whites, as well as our community of over 350 local producers, hospitality venues, retail destinations and trade services, on the Hampshire Fare website - just head to the “Discover Local” tab to start exploring!

14/08/2026

Looking for something local to do this weekend? We are delighted to be returning once again to the New Forest Food Festival at Hinton Admiral for 2 days of delicious food, family fun and the very best of local produce 😋☘️

🎟️ AND our unique 2 for 1 ticket offer is still live! Use the code HF26 to unlock this exclusive deal!

Not only will you find us at the Hampshire Fare stall where you can pick up your FREE Local Produce Guide, enter our monthly competition or just have a chat to learn about all things local, but our very own Natasha will also be hosting the Hampshire Fare Cookery Theatre all weekend. The stage is set and the schedule is fully booked with back to back demos and produce talks from some of the county’s best chefs and local producers 👩‍🍳🍴🍯

As well as the cookery theatre, you’ll find a live music stage, an artisan market, a craft market and loads of activities across the weekend to keep the kids entertained 🎈

The recent forest fires have had a devastating effect on the unique and precious landscape of the New Forest, but the area around the festival is not affected and so the weekend is going ahead as planned, with organisers taking on extra measures to ensure the safety of traders, visitors and the local wildlife. Please check out the event page for the most up to date fire safety precautions.

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