Sussex Six Food Fair Signals Booming Local Biz You Need to Join

Event Overview

South Lodge bustled with energy on Sunday, 7 September 2025 as Natural Partnerships CIC brought the Sussex Six food fair back to Horsham. Sponsored by Horsham District Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the event showcased the county’s culinary talent under one charming roof.

Community Engagement

“It’s heart-warming to see our community come together like this.” Long-time resident Sarah Thompson summed up the mood as families, students, and seasoned foodies mingled among stalls. Crowds tasted, chatted, and swapped recommendations, proving that Horsham’s appetite for local flavours is as big as ever.

Local Food & Drink Offerings

• Over 40 Sussex producers—from heritage farms to small-batch chocolatiers—took centre stage.
• Restaurants and cafés cooked special Sussex Six menus, celebrating six hero ingredients.
• Kinsbrook Vineyard & New House Farm Shop were crowned 2025 Heroes for their commitment to local sourcing.

Sussex Six Market Highlights

From fragrant Meadow Honey to smoky charcuterie, the market felt like a gastronomic treasure hunt:

• Wine lovers queued to sample Kinsbrook’s newest pinot—described as “Sussex sunshine in a glass.”
• Cheesemongers drew crowds with truffle-infused Brighton Blue.
• Kids spooned seasonal honey straight from the comb, eyes wide with delight.
• Bakers at New House Farm handed out still-warm cinnamon cruffins that vanished within minutes.

Food Collaboration & Initiatives

A standout initiative was the partnership with Sussex House Kitchen at Gatwick Airport, which now dishes up airport-friendly plates sourced entirely within 30 miles. Head chef John Baker noted, “It’s not just about our food, it’s about telling the story of every farmer behind it.”

Supporting Local Sussex

Events like these are vital for small producers. The support we receive keeps us baking, brewing, and growing.

Organisers urged residents to keep the momentum going: follow producers on social media, pop into farm shops, and shop local Sussex whenever possible.

Future Plans & Events

• Quarterly markets across Horsham District, with seasonal themes.
• Hands-on workshops teaching sustainable foraging & zero-waste cooking.
• A county-wide food trail map connecting visitors to hidden-gem producers.

Event organiser Mark Williams believes the initiative can make Sussex “a beacon of local gastronomy, not just for Britain, but the world.”