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Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival
The Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival takes place on the second full weekend of September, from 10am to 5pm each day. In 2026 it ran on 12 and 13 September. The 2027 dates have not been announced. Children 15 and under go free with a paying adult.
- When
- Second full weekend of September
- Hours
- 10am to 5pm
- Children
- Free under 16 with an adult
- Parking
- Free, Durant Field
Dates
The next dates have not been announced yet. It last ran 12 Sep 2026 to 13 Sep 2026.
What's On
Cheese and food stalls, live music, craft and local traders, children's entertainment and demonstrations. The festival has run since 1999 and is organised by a registered charity.
Getting There
Parking is free at Durant Field (satnav DT10 1DQ, entrance from Bridge Street). The nearest railway station is Gillingham, nine miles away.
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When is the Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival?
On the second full weekend of September each year. In 2026 it was 12 and 13 September.
Official site: cheesefestival.co.uk/. Dates, hours and prices checked 22 October 2026; confirm on the official site before you travel. See all cheese festivals.