Clitheroe Food Festival 2019: 11 pictures as thousands brave the weather to sample some of the Ribble Valley's finest foods

Despite the torrential downpours, thousands of people descended into Clitheroe to enjoy a feast of delicious food, drink and entertainment
Alton Riley and Lydia Cowgill of Millionaires BakeryAlton Riley and Lydia Cowgill of Millionaires Bakery
Alton Riley and Lydia Cowgill of Millionaires Bakery

More than 100 stallholders packed out Castle Street, the town's market and surrounding streets, as the popular annual event cemented its position as one of Britain's top gastronomic attractions.

A huge array of wonderful foods, from organic meat and dairy produce made from traditional Lancashire breeds to handmade pies and pastries and a feast of fruit and vegetables packed with authentic, home-grown flavours, was on offer for thousands of foodies who travelled from far and wide to sample a feast of riches.