Custom House Quay in Falmouth, Cornwall, wants to become a foodie hot spot with an array of food and drink pop-ups. The 350-year-old quay, operated by Falmouth Harbour, will be home to a ‘Grub Hub’ of independent street food vans and vendors following a successful trial last summer.

Chef Paul Halliday is returning with his mobile Pescabar after last year´s trial on the quay; he will create take-away seafood specialities. “Custom House Quay is a beautiful spot to work from, and customer feedback last year was amazing,” said Halliday.

Falmouth Harbour is inviting bookings for its pop-up slots from February with the hub up and running between April 1 and October 31. Throughout July and August – peak time for events at the harbour – the entire quay will be closed to parking.

The concept of a ‘Grub Hub’ grew from the experience of events through the summer and demand from visitors and the artisan food outlets themselves. “We are delighted to be opening Custom House Quay, in particular to local food and drink businesses in what will be such a blockbuster summer for our town,” said Miles Carden, Falmouth Harbour CEO.

Events during 2023 include the Shanty Festival (June 16 – 18), the national Armed Forces Day (June 24), the world’s Tall Ships Festival and Race (August 15 – 19), and the Oyster Festival (October 12 – 15).

Independents wanting to join the ‘Grub Hub’ can apply to Falmouth Harbour from mid-February. Permits are available for a week, month, or season-long spots.