Darling Diary picks

What’s on in London and Surrey

Foodies Festival in Syon Park 3-5 June: Claimed to be the largest food festival in the UK, this three day event of food stalls, cookery demonstrations, culinary workshops, live music and other entertainment is a must for foodies. foodiesfestival.com/syon-park-food-festival/

Pub in the Park comes to Wimbledon 27-29 May: Join Tom Kerridge and other favourite chefs on the biggest UK food and music festival tour. Expect award-winning and Michelin-starred eateries, and charttopping acts including Craig David, TS5, Rag’n’Bone Man, Kaiser Chiefs, Professor Green, Sister Sledge, Supergrass, General Levy and many more!

pubintheparkuk.com

Ham Polo Club season runs May-September: the last remaining polo club in Greater London welcomes non-members to their Friday night parties (over 18s only) of polo, food, drinks and a DJ. Sundays are for everyone to enjoy a lunch whilst watching a few exciting games. 17th June is Learn to Play Day. hampoloclub.com

Hampton Court Palace Festival 11-23 June: with UK pop royalty McFly, Grammy award-winning Kacey Musgraves and 80s legends The Human League. Other stars taking to the historic stage include Elbow, Jack Savoretti, Crowded House and George Benson. Expect spectacular fireworks and exquisite culinary experiences so do go early to enjoy a picnic in the palace gardens ahead of the music.

hamptoncourtpalacefestival.com

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