What's on in Bakewell

Want to know what is going on in Bakewell in Derbyshire when you visit.  Have a look at whatsonbakewell for the latest news and events.

If you are looking for accommodation in Bakewell don't forget to have a look at Bagshaw Hall.

Derbyshire cookery courses

NEW cookery courses

When we set up Hartingtons Julie & I were always keen to push the boundaries a little.  This also applies to the cookery courses we do.  We wanted people to be taught by an expert tutor and in that way they would gain the maximum insight into that area of cooking and food or drink.

In the second half of this year we have some exciting cookery courses and as for next year which we are already working on we've got some sensational cookery courses in the pipeline take a few minutes to check them out and see which of our cookery courses takes your fancy:

Authentic Thai cookery course with Kwang White

Food Foraging & cookery course with Chris Bax

Cooking with game with Rachel Green

Italian seasonal regional - Lombardy wtih Nonnas

World flavours in one pot with Frank Boddy

Fish Masterclass with Christian Szurko

Cookery courses derbyshire

Baslow Food Fair nr Chatsworth Returns

The Baslow Food Fair makes a welcome return in 2013 on Sunday the 23rd June.  So put a date in your diary and come for a stroll around the fabulous grounds at Chatsworth and then check out our wonderful artisan food producers in nearby Baslow Village Hall. Included in the mix is Derbyshires oldest producers of artisan cheese.  Joyce Wagner is a legend in the cheese world.  Come and meet her in person and taste her wonderful artisan cheese.  As well as cheese on the day produce at the event includes: artisan pork pies, olive oil, unique Russian cuisine, artisan breads from the loaf at Crich, chilli inspired products, cakes with the wow factor, flavoured oils and dressings and a wide range of other products.

The Baslow Food Fair takes place from 10.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. in Baslow Village Hall. All are welcome. FREE ADMISSION. For more details see our artisan food fairs.

Derbyshire Cookery Courses

Father Day - Artisan Pork Pie Course

Are you struggling to find a gift for the man that has everything.  Well how about the ultimate Fathers Day gift.  The chance for him to learn how to make his own artisan pork pie.  The pork pie is a Great British classic.  We all know that a pork pie is so bad ....it's good.  Especially when your expert tutor comes from 3 generations of pork pie makers.  This Fathers Day gift is guaranteed to put a smile on the 'old mans face'.

Give him a unique food experience with Hartingtons' Artisan Pork Pie Making Course.

Artisan Pork Pie Making Course

Bakewell Baking Festival - 8th / 9th June

FREE Baking demonstrations
'Bakers of the world unite' and come down to Bakewell for the first ever Bakewell Baking Festival.  Hartingtons opens its doors with free admission at 10 am on Saturday 8th of June to showcase the talents of two highly acclaimed bakers.  Janine Lishman-Peat returns to Hartingtons to demonstrate her sublime sweet and savoury scones which will be available for sale fresh from the oven.  During the demonstrations Janine, who was a Masterchef finalist, will give a fascinating insight into her time on this much loved show and how she came so close to winning.

Acclaimed cake maker Emma Mitchell will also be demonstrating some of the skills that have quickly established her as a leading light in the sugar craft world with a series of demonstrations at 11am &  2pm on creating your own wonderful cake toppers.

Prize Draw - Baking Masterclass
FREE prize draw.  Enter the prize draw to win the last chance to join a Baking Masterclass with Great British Bake Off Finalist Danny Bryden on Sunday 9th June.  This repeat of her acclaimed Masterclass in May will give you the opportunity to learn how to bake some of her best received recipes from the show.  Danny will also give you her inside view of her time on the show including her thoughts on judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood.  Fascinating!

Come and say HELLO!

Julie and I always look forward to saying 'HELLO' to Hartingtons friends both old & new so please pop in and say 'HI'.  Hartingtons will be open from 10.00 - 4.00 on Saturday 8th June

Chris and Julie X
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Carsington Water Food Festival

Carsington Water will stage it's first ever Food Festival on the 6th May.  The Carsington Water Food Festival aims to showcase some of the areas finest artisan food producers and will involve over 15 artisan food producers.

The Carsington Water Food Festival will be held in the Carsington Water visitor centre at the well know Derbyshire visitor attraction and takes place between 10 am and 4 pm on Bank Holiday Monday.  The Food Festival is completely free and will involve plenty of free tastings of the artisan food and drink on sale so you can try before you buy.

The Carsington Food Festival has been organised by Hartingtons of Bakewell and was the brainchild of New Leaf Catering owners of the Mainsail Restaurant.  It is hoped that this first Carsington Water Food Festival is to be one of a series of Food Festivals to be run during the year.  For more details of Food events in Derbyshire have a look at the Hartingtons website.

Setting Up Your Own Microbrewery

Have you ever dreamed about setting up your own microbrewery.  Is it the right thing to do?  Our one day and weekend courses aim to answer the essential business questions you might have about taking the plunge and starting your own microbrewery.

Come to Bakewell and learn how to 'brew well' in the beautiful Peak District and find out whether owning and running your own microbrewery would be right for you.

Beer brewing courses