Planning to join us for Sophie's Street Feast on Sunday 22nd September and have a question? Hopefully we can answer it below! If not, please email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to help. You can also Instagram message us to either @sophie-etc or @toyboxcharity and we'll try our best to get back to you within 48 hours.
Location
Sophie's Street Feast is being held at MK City Discovery Centre, Alston Drive, Milton Keynes, MK13 9AP.
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Accessibility
This event is for everyone!
MK City Discovery Centre strives to provide accessibility for all visitors. The premises are designed to be accessible, including ramps, wide pathways, and accessible facilities. There is designated accessible parking close to the courtyard - this will be signposted and if you require assistance, please speak to the parking stewards when you arrive. Our brilliant events team are here (in their bright pink Street Feast t-shirts again!) to make sure you have an amazing time. Please let us know if you need any assistance.
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Babies and children
We are baby and child-friendly! We have baby changing facilities inside the main barn. Please be aware there are areas in the grounds of MK Discovery Centre that have open water. These will be clearly marked on site maps of the area provided.
Dogs
Well-behaved dogs on a lead are more than welcome, however if they're barking, or causing mischief, we'll ask them to leave - sorry!
Parking
Our wonderful event sponsor Brioche Pasquier have kindly let us borrow their premises car park for the day. This car park has 160 spaces and is short 10-minute walk from the Discovery Centre. It is fully secure and will even be manned with a friendly security steward for the full event! There will be signs to this car park and from this car park to the Discovery Centre on the day. We strongly encourage those who can to park here to ensure those with limited mobility can access and enjoy the event.
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MK City Discovery Centre has a small car park with limited additional parking out on Alston Drive. There is a designated accessible parking area that will be sign posted or please ask a parking steward for assistance when you arrive.
If you can walk or cycle to the event, this would be very helpful to avoid any congestion coming into the venue.
Food allergens and dietary requirements
Please make sure you chat to the individual food vendors to check for allergies in any dishes and for any potential cross contamination. There will be gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options available on the day.
Payment
Most food vendors at Sophie's Street Feast accept both cash and card payments. Please check with individual vendors on the day.
Seating
There are seating areas both indoor and outdoor at the venue where you can sit and enjoy your food. These areas include communal tables and benches as well as outdoor space for you to bring your own picnic blankets or camping chairs. New for this year, you can find shelter or shade (depending on the weather!) in our Street Feast festival tent. This will be clearly marked on site maps of the area provided.
Water
There is a water point with drinkable water at the Discovery Centre, please check the site map for it's location.
Vendors
We hope you are as excited about the full line up as we are! Vendors this year include: Amani Kitchen, Cantina Baja, Chouxly Scrumptious, Fold Me Close, Good Times, Howe and Co Fish and Chips, JW Events Carts, Kings Comfort Food, Lime Face, Milk and Beans Coffee, Now Now South African, Oh My Cakery, Papi's Cocktails, Saf's Kitchen and The Willen Ice Cream Company.
You will also be able to buy soft drinks, wine, beers (including a special surprise from local brewery Roman Way!) and ciders from the bar inside the Cruck Barn. New for this year, there is an additional soft drink only bar outside.
Entertainment
We are delighted to welcome back DJ Lauren T who will be bringing the tunes all day!
This year, we have MORE live music for you! Between 12pm and 4pm, local artists will be performing on the Yamaha Stage in our Street Feast Festival Tent. We'll be revealing the line up closer to the event.
Charities
Donations from this year's event will support Toybox and YMCA Milton Keynes' work with vulnerable children and young people in Milton Keynes and around the world.
During the event, there will be plenty of opportunities to support the vital work of these charities. These include an option to 'donate a plate' to provide a vulnerable young person a warm, nutritious meal and a drink. You can find more information on how to donate by scanning the QR code on posters and signs across the venue or by visting the Toybox charity tent.
Do also keep an eye on vendors who will offering specials on the day, where proceeds from sales will be split between the two charities.
Sustainability
As a team we are committed to reducing waste and promoting sustainability at Street Feast. That's why all drinks from the MKCDC bar will be served in reusable cups. There is a £1 charge for the cup which you are welcome to keep as a souvenir. All proceeds will be split between Toybox and YMCA MK. Don't forget to bring your cup back to the bar when you're ready to buy a refill.
This initiative helps us minimize single-use plastic and support a greener environment. Thank you for your understanding and participation.
Social media
We're very social. You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and LinkedIn. Please do share your Sophie's Street Feast experience using the hashtag #SophiesStreetFeast so we can see it and share it!
Photography
Professional photography and videography will be taking place during Sophie’s Street Feast. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please let the photographer know on the day, or contact [email protected].
Please note, the event organisers reserve the right to use any photograph or video taken at this event without the expressed written permission of those included. The event organisers may use the photograph or video for promotional purposes online or in print.
To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information.
If you do not notify us of your desire to not have your photograph used, you are agreeing to release, defend, hold harmless and indemnify the event organisers from any and all claims involving the use of your picture or likeness.
