A new three-day food festival, aimed at all the family, is being added to one town's list of attractions and there's cut-price tickets available now.

Rochester will host the Medway Food and Drink Festival next month, with "the best of local, national and international food and drink".

There will be a variety of stalls with not just food but also jewellery, homeware and handmade crafts.

There will be also be child-friendly entertainment during the daytime, including a magician, music and games.

As well as this, events tailored just for adults are on the evening line-up, including live music and comedy.

The festival will be held at Rochester Castle Gardens from September 16-18.

You and your family can get up to 25% off day tickets by booking in advance online here

For tickets for the adult music and comedy shows, click here

Medway portfolio holder for housing and community services Cllr Howard Doe said: "I am delighted that we will be hosting a food and drinks festival for the first time, for Medway’s residents and visitors to explore and enjoy local, national and international cuisine, at a family-friendly event.

"It is so important that we continue to support local businesses following the pandemic and I look forward to seeing the castle gardens come to life once again with music and entertainment later this summer."
Tickets start from £5 for adults on the Friday and £7.50 on the Saturday, with concessions available.