A cooking demonstration by Michelin-starred chef Gareth Ward from Ynyshir Restaurant and Rooms, near Machynlleth will be one of the main attractions at

Aberystwyth Sea2shore Food Festival on Sunday, August 11.

The festival, which makes a welcome return to Aberystwyth promenade from 10am to 5pm and is free to enter, will be officially opened by Ceredigion County Council’s chairman Peter Davies MBE.

Traders offering quality local produce and many non-food stalls will feature together with a wide range of activities for all the family. Go-carts, trampolines, face painting and a variety of other activities will be available for children.

Cooking demonstrations will be given by Ward, Mandy Walters, who will focus on fresh shellfish and Padrig Jones from Gwesty Cymru.

Representatives from Penparcau Community Forum, Aberystwyth Rotary Club, Dyfed-Powys Police, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Hywel Dda Health Board Council and Ceredigion County Council’s Coast and Countryside team will attend the festival.

For more information, contact Alison Kinsey on 01545 574162.