Two major Welsh food companies have been named as title sponsors for the 2026 Brecon Beacons Food Festival.

Beacon Foods and Castell Howell will support the free-entry event, alongside backing from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Powys County Council.

The festival, which is run as a not-for-profit event, is known for celebrating Welsh food and drink while remaining free for visitors.

Organisers say keeping the event free brings financial challenges, as they work to cover costs while also keeping stall fees affordable for independent producers.

Festival organiser Andrew Powell explained: “We have no large guaranteed budget and face constant pressure from rising costs. Our commitment has always been to keep the festival free and accessible. Thanks to the generous backing of Beacon Foods and Castell Howell, together with the support of Powys County Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, we can maintain low exhibitor fees and deliver a rich, inclusive experience for everyone. This support helps us promote local producers, invest in marketing, and keep the heart of the community beating at the festival.”

Both sponsors are well-known within the Welsh food industry, and their support will help the festival continue to showcase local producers.

The 2026 event will take place in Brecon on Saturday, October 3, bringing together more than 60 food and drink producers. There will also be live music, family activities and a market in the town centre.

Entry to the festival will remain free.

Organisers are also encouraging local businesses and organisations to get involved through sponsorship opportunities to help support the event’s future.

More information is available at: www.breconbeaconsfoodfestival.co.uk