Gooey mozzarella sticks, whole baked Camembert and crispy halloumi fries - expect your dreams of cheese to become a reality at Cheese Fest 2017.

For the very first time, Brighton will host the incredibly cheesy food festival this August for cheese lovers across the south to enjoy.

Visitors will be able to experience cheese from around the world as street traders descend on Victoria Gardens on August 12 and 13.

Mmmmm macaroni cheese

As well as plenty of sampling, guests will be able to learn about different types of cheese, find out which wines and beers match well and meet fellow fans of the delicious smelly stuff.

Love cheese and wine?

Everything you need to know:

When:

Saturday August 12 and Sunday August 13, 2017.

Opening times:

10am to 6pm both days.

Where:

Address: Victoria Gardens, Marlborough Place, Brighton, BN1 1WN.

Warm salad goats cheese

Ticket prices:

£5 (plus £1 booking fee) if bought in advance.

Children under 5 enter free.

All tickets are sold as arrival time sessions: 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm.

Book tickets:

To buy tickets visit cheesefestuk.com .

Useful information:

No on-site car park, dogs not allowed, no cash machine although you will be able to pay by card at many stalls, first aid on site, re-admittance allowed, bars and food and drink stalls available.

Cheese board