The Alcester Food Festival is organized by a group of volunteers who dedicate their time to guarantee the event's success for exhibitors, local businesses, residents, and the numerous visitors attending. They receive support from local organizations and individuals who also contribute their time to the cause.
We're thrilled to announce some exciting changes since our last event in May 2024! Our team has welcomed new members who are eagerly diving into the planning of our upcoming event on May 17, 2025.
Elizabeth Lake - Community Liaison

Elizabeth is a local mother of three boys who moved to Alcester 10 years ago. Liz has extensive experience working with food producers and food education professionals through her role as an education consultant for LEAF - Linking Environment And Farming, the leading organization promoting sustainable food and farming. In addition, Liz is confident in liaising with a range of stakeholders and experienced in organizing large events through her role as program coordinator for Countryside Classroom, which is the largest ever partnership of organizations committed to helping young people learn about food, farming, and the natural environment. Liz is keen to use her knowledge and skills to assist with the communication and organization of the stallholders and will enjoy working with the board to ensure that a good range of the very best British food and drink is showcased at the festival.
Justin Tose - Sales Director

Justin is a proud resident of Alcester, having returned to the town where he and his wife, Amanda, raised their family. With extensive experience as a Commercial/Operations Director in both the sport and heritage sectors, he brings a wealth of expertise to the table. During his initial years in Alcester, he served as Commercial Manager at the Royal Shakespeare Company and went on to hold key positions at Coventry City Football Club, Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, and most recently, the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust in Shropshire. Currently, he owns and operates a successful catering company. His background includes facilitating major international events, organizing smaller community gatherings, and now engaging in these events as a trader. He is eager to collaborate with the board to ensure that community events continue to flourish and generate funds for local causes.
Dr. Rowan Mackenzie - Logistics Director

Rowan has recently relocated to Alcester and is eager to actively engage with the local community. As the founder and chair of an animal rescue charity, she brings a wealth of experience and passion. She owns two therapy dogs and is dedicated to working with marginalized communities, including individuals with learning disabilities and mental health challenges. Her extensive event management expertise is demonstrated through her successful organization and participation in conferences, seminars, and public events.
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