PLANS for a “high-end gourmet food festival” that has been compared to Boomtown have come under fire as thousands are envisioned to descend on a proposed rural setting near Alresford.

A bid has been lodged to create a three-day affair at The Grange in Northington, with organisers suggesting that almost 20,000 people are expected to attend as the event grows.

Organisers Brand Events have said that it will be the “ultimate foodie escape”, with camping offered on site.

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