Last weekend, the James Du Pavey team had an absolutely brilliant time at the Stone Food & Drink Festival 2026, and what a weekend it turned out to be! With sunshine, incredible local food, live entertainment and thousands of visitors enjoying everything Stone has to offer, it was the perfect opportunity for us to meet local families, homeowners, buyers and sellers in the heart of the community we love serving.
As one of Staffordshire’s most popular annual events, the Stone Food and Drink Festival once again brought together the very best independent businesses, local producers and community spirit — and we were delighted to be part of it.
A Wonderful Weekend in Stone
From the moment the festival opened, the atmosphere was buzzing. Westbridge Park was packed with visitors enjoying artisan food stalls, street food vendors, live music and family entertainment throughout the weekend.
For the James Du Pavey team, it was a fantastic chance to step away from the office and spend time chatting with so many friendly faces from across Stone, Stafford, Eccleshall and the surrounding villages. Whether people wanted to discuss the local property market, ask for moving advice or simply stop for a chat, it was wonderful to connect with everyone in such a relaxed and enjoyable setting.
Supporting the Local Community
At James Du Pavey, we are passionate about supporting local events and celebrating the communities where we live and work. Events like the Stone Food & Drink Festival are incredibly important for local businesses and help showcase everything that makes Stone such a desirable place to live.
As local estate agents in Stone, we know that people are not just buying a house — they are buying into a lifestyle and community. Seeing the town filled with energy, laughter and visitors throughout the weekend was a great reminder of why so many people choose to call Stone home.
Property Conversations Over Great Food
One of the highlights for our team was speaking to so many people about the current Staffordshire property market. There were plenty of conversations about moving plans, property valuations, first-time buying and what buyers are currently looking for in the area.
The festival provided the perfect relaxed environment for people to ask questions and get honest advice from our experienced local estate agents. We always enjoy helping people understand the market and discussing how we can support them with their next move.
Of course, alongside the property chats, there was also plenty of incredible food enjoyed by the team! From artisan burgers and wood-fired pizza to homemade cakes and local delicacies, the Stone Food Festival certainly did not disappoint.
Thank You for Visiting Us
We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello over the weekend. It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces as well as meet new people discovering James Du Pavey for the first time.
We are incredibly proud to be part of such a vibrant local community and events like this remind us exactly why we love what we do.
If you are thinking of moving home in Stone, Stafford, Eccleshall or the surrounding areas, our friendly team would love to help. Whether you are buying, selling or simply looking for advice on the local market, James Du Pavey are here to guide you every step of the way.
Looking Ahead to Next Year
After such a successful and enjoyable weekend, we are already looking forward to the next Stone Food & Drink Festival. Congratulations to all the organisers, local businesses and volunteers who made the event such a success.
See you next year, Stone!
