Food, gin, cider and throwing knobs… what more could you want from a Dorset festival?!
If you’ve never heard of a Dorset Knob, then you’re probably wondering what on earth I’m talking about. And once you add the word throwing into the mix, well… I’ll leave the innuendos to you!
For those who don’t know, a Dorset Knob is actually a hard, dry savoury biscuit traditionally made in Dorset. They were once a staple for local farmers and could be eaten with tea and sugar, or simply with cheese and butter. And yes, I did say tea and sugar. Apparently that’s a thing!
Dorset Knob Throwing
Yesterday I headed along to the Dorset Knob Throwing and Food Festival, which was being held at Kingston Maurward. I’m not entirely sure when the tradition of Dorset Knob Throwing began, but it was originally held in the little Dorset village of Cattistock on the first Sunday of May.
Since 2017, the event has moved to Kingston Maurward, giving everyone plenty of space to get involved in what is possibly one of the most Dorset events you’ll ever attend! And yes… there really is Dorset Knob throwing.
So, What Does a Dorset Knob Taste Like?
Well, obviously I couldn’t go to a Dorset Knob festival without actually trying one. It was my first ever Dorset Knob and, naturally, I had mine with cheese. And do you know what? I actually really liked it! The closest thing I can compare it to is a giant crouton, crunchy, savoury and perfect for piling something tasty on top. And when that something is Dorset Blue Vinny… even better!
If you’ve never tried a Dorset Knob before, I’d definitely recommend giving one a go. When in Dorset and all that!
A Very Dorset Day Out
The festival itself was such a great day out, with plenty of food to discover, local drinks to try, good gin, cider and, of course, the all-important Dorset Knob throwing. There was a really fun atmosphere and it was exactly the sort of event I love finding in Dorset — local food, local drinks and something a little bit bonkers thrown into the mix. Quite literally in this case!
So if you ever get the chance to head along to the Dorset Knob Throwing and Food Festival, I’d definitely recommend it. It’s quirky, very Dorset and a brilliant excuse to eat cheese, drink something lovely and throw biscuits around. What’s not to love?
Have you ever tried a Dorset Knob? And more importantly… have you ever thrown one?!
If you’ve got another wonderfully weird, wonderfully Dorset event that I should be checking out, let me know!
