What is Hampshire Fare?
Hampshire Fare is a small team making a big difference, by championing local produce to consumers and trade businesses. The aim is to inspire residents to discover the abundance of produce available on the doorstep, including cheese, charcuterie and cider, and establish Hampshire as a top foodie destination.
This is achieved through facilitating events, opportunities, publicity, and having a voice with local and national organisations. The intention is to encourage members' development, inform the public and educate the next generation.
30 Years Championing Local
Hampshire Fare was set up by a small group of farmers in 1991 to raise awareness of local produce, and was supported by Hampshire County Council for about 20 years. Hampshire Fare has now grown into a community interest company with about 400 members - working together to celebrate local.
Don't Just Take Our Word For It!
“Hampshire has a distinctive and impressive food story to tell and as a producer I am really grateful for the work Hampshire Fare does to get that message out.” William Selborne, Blackmoor Estate.
“I have long been a fan of Hampshire Fare. With community and local food at the heart of what they stand for, they have been so helpful and encouraging. In the early days, as a new small producer, they were a reassuring voice championing the best of local, encouraging folk to look close to home and discover the joys of local produce.” Nuala Grandcourt, Wild Island.
The Land That Feeds Us
From coast to countryside, river valley to downland, heath to forest, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight's diverse growing conditions provide an abundance of produce incuding honey and strawberries, trout and crab, wheat, watercress, hops, vines, pannage pork and more.
Livestock & fish
Hampshire has always been known for its pigs especially those allowed to graze on acorns and beech mast in the New Forest, a practice which still happens today. The chalk stream clear rivers running through the county are a haven for sought after trout.
hampshire crops
Hampshire's clear streams were one of the main growing areas of watercress in the nineteenth century. Strawberries grown mainly in the south of the county were in great demand and transported by train to market.
wines & beers
Hampshire is home to England's oldest commercial vineyard. Planted in 1952 at Hambledon by Sir Guy Salisbury. Hop growing reached a peak in Hampshire in the latter stages of the nineteenth century with 3,200 acres being grown.
Become a member
Be part of a vibrant network of over 400 members actively involved in local food, drink and craft. Benefit from exclusive event opportunities, marketing and PR support, training courses, networking activities and more.
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Hampshire food festival
One month and over 60 food and farming events. July's award-winning festival continues to go from strength to strength – tuck in!
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Hampshire charcuterie
The home of the very best Hampshire Hog produce. Treat your taste buds to top quality charcuterie from local specialists.
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Our Supporters
The invaluable support we give to local farmers, producers, shops and restaurants is only made possible thanks to the ongoing support of our loyal sponsors.
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Meet the team
A small team of just four works busily behind the scenes to make things happen for over 400 members.
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Competitions
Enter to win our exclusive competitions with a chance to win local food, drink and craft products and experiences.
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