THE Bolton Food and Drink Festival festival is nearly two months away but it is a great time for you to have fun with the family.

There is something for everyone - young and not so young - but for years it has been a fixture in the calendar as an attraction for people in the area.

If you want to get some culinary inspiration then the festival which runs between August 26-29 could help you out.

The chefs will host three cookery demonstrations each day. Saturday will see Hairy biker Si King roar into town with Jenny Powell, Sunday is when you can catch the infectious enthusiasm of Ainsley Harriott and Bank Holiday Monday is the turn of the ever-popular James Martin.

Also coming on sale soon are a number of special events.

Visitors can enjoy a dance on Saturday evening with the fantastic The King Cush Band featuring none other than Hairy Hiker Si King who will, along with his band, be playing tight grooves and soulful tunes.

Become part of the action on Sunday evening as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate alongside a three-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter with The Faulty Towers Dining Experience.

That will give you some laughs for everyone.

For something a little bit different why not enjoy a fantastic afternoon tea with a twist

On Saturday join actress Lisa Riley to enjoy an array of mouth-watering, Indian inspired treats created by award winning, local chef Sushma Solanki.

Alternatively on Sunday you can enjoy a traditional afternoon tea brought to you by the team behind RHS Worsley.

All ticketed events will be located in the new home, the wonderful Albert Halls complex.

You can soak up the fantastic festival atmosphere for free its packed to the brim with food, drink and arts and craft stalls, regional chef demos, children’s activities, two brilliant live music stages with daily headline acts and hilarious street entertainment.

Book your tickets to celebrity chef demos and special events at www.boltonfoodanddrinkfestival.com.