Picnicking in August

Picnicking in August. The United Kingdom has world-class picnicking sites all over the British Isles. Whether looking for a waterfall, tranquil river, green valley, or sunny park, there are opportunities to be enjoyed by people of
all ages and preferences. In the 18th century, “picnicking” or eating outdoors became fashionable with
the British aristocracy. The French had their own version of picnicking in the 17th century. By the 19th
and 20th centuries, as transportation transformed and the masses enjoyed more leisure time, picnics
grew in popularity everywhere. After World War II, Americans adopted the practice of traveling and
having a picnic by a roadside, park, or national park. A British hamper’s food and drink items differ from
an American’s cooler or basket.

This blog will explore the best UK picnic sites, discuss traditional British picnic foods, and consider upscaled food ideas.

August, with its warm weather and long days, is the perfect time for families, friends, couples, and
singles to savor the outdoors. It’s a peak tourism season, marking the last opportunity for real vacations
and stay-cations before the arrival of Autumn and Winter. With school starting next month, the leisurely
days of summer are drawing to a close. Picnics, adaptable to any budget, location, and group size, are an
ideal way to make the most of this time. The only dilemma is what to eat and where to go.

Picnicking in August – Traditional English Picnic Food and Beverages

When it comes to outdoor dining, portable foods and drinks are a must. Don’t forget to pack single-use
utensils, dishes, serviettes, blankets, and perhaps cups. It’s also crucial to consider the environmental
impact of your picnic. Depending on the location, opt for sustainable and eco-friendly choices.
Remember, what you pack in, you should pack out.

Classic English picnic foods are sandwiches, sausage rolls, pork pies, and scotch eggs. Other popular
choices are different kinds of cheese, cold cuts, and fresh-baked bread. Don’t leave out sweet treats as a
complement to the savory foods. Desserts like scones with clotted cream and jam are almost decadent
and sinful! Eat them anyway. Picnickers may also like cakes and fresh tarts.

For some, a picnic isn’t complete without a refreshing and fortifying cup of tea. Others may prefer a
cooler beverage in the summer heat. Crowds can enjoy fruit juices, sparkling water, or traditional English
lemonade. Of course, it is always the picnicker’s choice!

Higher-Level Picnic Food and Drink Ideas

Getting bored with traditional food is possible, so let’s elevate the picnic experience with new
inspirations. Meat isn’t for everyone. Vegan rolls can be an alternative to sausage rolls. Let’s try cheese
straws, crustless sandwiches, pasta salads, leafy green salads, quiche, and potato salad. Desserts may
include brownies, muffins, pastries, donuts, fudge, and cookies. Bring a cheeseboard for the occasion
decorated with edible fresh and dried fruit, all kinds of cheeses, berries, and nuts. Would anyone like
champagne, limoncello, ginger beer, iced tea, or craft beer.

Walnut Tree sells kilo bags of nuts and dried fruits to help fill those charcuterie boards. Currently, the
online retailer has dried oranges, dates, strawberries, mangoes, kiwis, cranberries, pineapple, apricots,
Brazil nuts, almonds, and walnuts for £18. All items are crowd-pleasers and can be easily mixed and
matched. See www.walnut.gifts. Picnickers may also check on Amazon for Walnut Tree’s other luxury food
items.

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With Great Taste Awards for nougat, dried fruit, marron glacé, glacé fruit and pate de fruit. You’ll always be purchasing quality products from Walnut Tree.

Who we supply

Supplied under own brand or white label to prestigious stores, palaces, castles, stately homes, garden centres, delicatessens, farm shops, hamper companies, department stores and gift shops.

Why buy from us?

You’re buying directly from the source and will get excellent value for money. If you’re not happy with your purchase, we’ll refund or replace it. The website is open 24/7, orders despatched within 48 hours.

Our charitable contributions

Walnut Tree supports Future Dreams Breast Cancer Charity with dried fruit for their care packages. www.futuredreams.org.uk

Local areas to our factory

August is for Picnicking and Scenery