Blessed with fantastic weather, the crowds enjoyed an array of hot sauces, chillies, cookery demonstrations, artisan gins and family activities, across both days.
Having been put off for two years due to the Covid pandemic, it was a ‘dream come true’ for the organisers, as almost every ticket was sold.
Culminating in an intense chilli-eating competition, the event was a ‘huge success’.
Here are 30 of the best pictures from the two days.
Can you spot yourself?
25. Deadly
Decorative glassware for the sauces from Saucy Lady. Picture: Mike Cooter (210522) Photo: Mike Cooter
26. Free samples
Steve Willott (from Saucy Lady, Reading) gives out a sample to a festival goer. Picture: Mike Cooter (210522) Photo: Mike Cooter
27. Completed creations
Completed creations from 'Chilly Olly' at the demonstration stage. Picture: Mike Cooter (210522) Photo: Mike Cooter
28. Max strength
The maximum strength offering from local heroes Spice Island Chilli - made with the legendary Ghost Pepper. Picture: Mike Cooter (210522). Photo: Mike Cooter