Key Dates

Entry Period: Tuesday 17th February 2026 - Friday 10th April 2026

Paper Judging: April - May

Semi-Finals:

South: 21st July 2026, Unilever Food Solutions Head Office, Kingston

Midlands: 22nd July 2026, Parts Town, Cannock

North: 23rd July 2026, Lancaster and Morecambe College

Final: Wednesday 14th October 2026