[dropcap type =”circle”]T[/dropcap]he Cherwell Valley is officially basking in some proper summer weather at last, so get out there and make the most of it with our top picnic accessories and celebrate National Picnic Week in style!
A record number of people are expected to picnic this week as temperatures continue to soar, and across the UK there are 94 million picnics every year with 70 per cent of us having at least one a year.
National Picnic Week which takes place this week, aims to inspire the public to get out and enjoy the British summer with a picnic, friends, and tantalising recipes. The UK is predicted a truly great summer so this year’s National Picnic Week is tipped to be the biggest yet.
In a time of economic uncertainty and with living costs outweighing wages, picnics offer the perfect alternative to dining out. Preparing your picnic at home with friends is both great fun and can save a fortune.
Picnics are fantastic for all: older Brits may reflect on simpler times whilst the younger generation can take advantage of creating Insta-worthy dishes. Families can create memories whilst also getting the kids away from computer games and into exercise and play. Couples can create the dates of yesteryear in picturesque settings.
Adam Cox, Founder of National Picnic Week said: “With a heat wave expected this summer, we’re expecting more picnics during National Picnic Week than ever before. I’d recommend in addition to taking a wide variety of food and a nice large blanket to bring the sun tan lotion. We want the UK to celebrate the very best of our parks, beaches and scenic sites so get organising your picnic now!”
“Picnic Week is all about coming together and trying something new, getting friends and families out to the best places that the UK has to offer. Add some variety to your picnic by taking three foods you have never taken to a picnic before.”
Picnics have changed over the years as have eating habits, Brits are now 285% more likely to pack a tub of hummus than they were 15 years ago! Fifty years ago the most popular picnic snack was the humble cheese sandwich. Now, it’s a bag of crisps, which is why Seabrook crisps have partnered with National Picnic Week.
Mrs Elswood pickled cucumbers and No-No flatbreads are also partners. The flatbreads can be combined with delicious mayonnaise for an alternate to sandwiches. For more information, visit
www.nationalpicnicweek.co.uk
