Thousands of foodies are set to swarm on a festival to sample local produce and find out restaurants' unique recipes.

Leatherhead's first ever food festival, which starts today will take over the town centre with a food market and pop-up cookery school.

Restaurants are also taking part in the two-day Leatherhead Food Festival by offering taster menus to festival goers.

William Prosser, the man behind the festival, said: "I wanted to showcase our wonderful restaurants and local food and drink to a wider audience whilst at the same time providing a wonderful day out for the whole family.

"I am very proud of our Surrey food credentials and hope we can boost business in the town by bringing everyone together for a wonderful show."