What’s On 2026!

‍ ‍Chef Demonstrations

‍ Across the weekend, our cookery stage will be alive with flavour as a fantastic line-up of talented chefs take to the stage. From inspiring demonstrations to expert tips and delicious ideas to try at home, sessions run throughout Saturday and Sunday, offering something for every food lover. This year’s programme features a diverse mix of chefs and styles, all following the schedule outlined below:.

Saturday 13th June 2026

11.00am Fish Filleting with Julia Noone, Master Fishmonger of Swanage Bay Fish joined by Anna from Bride Valley Wines

12.00pm Eric Olinet from The Black Swan, Swanage

1.00pm Ollie Ford from Algee

2.00pm Giuseppe Sinaguglia from The Olive Tree Cookery School

3.00pm David from Weymouth 51

4.00pm Adam, head chef at Rick Stein, Sandbanks

Sunday 14th June 2026

11.00am All things fish with Julia Noone, Master Fishmonger, of Swanage Bay Fish

12.00pm Christian Orner, award winning speciality chef at Salt Co Private Chef & Chocolatier

1.00pm Chris Fry and Luke Puntorno from The Narrows, Swanage

2.00pm Claire Burnett from Chococo, Swanage

Please note that this programme is subject to change. We will endeavour to update the website with any changes which we are made aware of in advance of the festival. Otherwise changes during the festival weekend will be announced on the day.

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Musical Entertainment

Throughout the weekend, enjoy a vibrant live music programme featuring our talented musicians, led by the ever-popular Andrew Cannon. Performances run continuously from the festival’s opening on Saturday through to Sunday afternoon, creating the perfect soundtrack to your visit.

This year’s line-up showcases fifteen fantastic acts, following the schedule outlined below:

Saturday 13th June Sunday 14th June

11.00am Bruce 11.00am Chris Edward

11.30am Andrew 12.00pm Keith & Andy

12.00pm Chris Edward 1.00pm Charlie Goodwin

1.45pm Swanage Jazz Machine 2.00pm Zephyrae Trio

3.30pm Bruce 3.00pm Jim Irving

4.00pm Andrew & Ali 3.30pm Keith

4.30pm Swing Easy Too

6.00pm Tony Gilmore

6.30pm Jam Session

Please note, this schedule is subject to change and all times are approximate.