Food Fayre
Treat your tastebuds at Marwell’s Food Fayre on Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 June 2026.
Join us for a celebration of local produce and family fun in the entrance plaza of Marwell Zoo.
Browse stalls from a selection of hand-picked vendors and get creative with our family crafts – all in a relaxed outdoor setting.
When: Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 June 2026
Where: Marwell Zoo Entrance Plaza, SO21 1JH
Times: 10am – 5.30pm
Entry: FREE (please note zoo entry is not included)
Entry to the Food Fayre is free – why not make a full day of it and explore Marwell Zoo as well? Book your zoo tickets online in advance to save.
Visit the zoo too
Entry to the Food Fayre in the plaza is free. Why not extend your visit and enjoy a full day out at the zoo?
Book zoo tickets
Local produce & treats
Daily, 10am – 5.30pm
Explore stalls from a selection of local food and drink producers, including sweet and savoury treats.
Stay tuned for the list of traders.
Crafts & Cookie Decorating
Daily, 10.30am – 3.30pm
Get creative by decorating your own cookie. Or craft a colourful Food Friend using our mix-and-match craft materials.
Additional charge applies: £2 per person per activity. Card payment only. Suitable for ages 3+. If your child has an allergy, please speak to the team. Children must be supervised.
Garden Games
Daily, 10.30am – 3.30pm
Enjoy traditional garden games, including Food Hoopla and Giant Connect Four.
Meet Lenny the Lemur
Daily, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
Get your high fives ready! Marwell’s mascot, Lenny the Lemur, will be appearing at selected times each day.
Face painting
Daily, 10.30am – 3.30pm
Transform into your favourite animal with our animal-themed face painting.
Additional charge applies: £6 full face / £4 half face. Card payment only. Suitable for ages 3+. Face painting may not be suitable for children with sensitive skin or known skin conditions – please speak to the face painters on the day. Children must be supervised.
Visit the zoo too
Extend your visit and enjoy a full family day out at the zoo. Keep an eye out for our latest animal arrivals – including camels Gary and Lemmy, and our adorable baby rhino Amali.
Book online in advance to save
All activities are subject to availability.
