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Nuneaton is preparing to host its second vegan fair - and organisers say they hope to smash misconceptions.

Following on from the success of the inaugural event last year, another vegan fair will be held at the United Reformed Church in Nuneaton town centre.

It is being staged on Saturday, August 3.

And Kevin White, founder of Midlands Vegan Campaigns, said everyone is invited.

Entrance to the Nuneaton Vegan Fair is free and it will run at the Chapel Street-based church from 10.30am until 4pm.

“Veganism is snowballing at a very fast rate in the UK," he said.

"For many, vegan events are the best starting point if you’re vegan curious, an aspiring vegan or already enjoying the benefits of the lifestyle.

"There are now hundreds of vegan fairs and festivals springing up across the country, so anyone interested will find them more accessible than ever before. Every town needs an annual Vegan Fair, including Nuneaton.

"In January 2017, a Vegan Fair I organised at the same venue was bustling with visitors and many stalls sold out."

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What stalls will there be?

He said this year there will be more than 30 stalls, including a vast array of vegan food and products including cakes, cheese, chocolate, raw food and a variety of delicious hot meals, including pizza, kebabs, burgers and curry.

There will also be non-food stalls selling products free of animal ingredients and not tested on animals, including cosmetics, toiletries, clothing and jewellery.

“The growth of veganism in recent years has been phenomenal," Kevin added.

"People are no longer scared off by the ‘V’ word. Most people now know vegans, either in their family, friends or work colleagues, and they read/hear about veganism everywhere.

He concluded: “Curious non-vegans are increasingly flocking to vegan events to taste all the delights of vegan cuisine and be inspired by all the lifestyles benefits, for animals, personal health and nutrition, and the environment. Veganism has passed a tipping point and is unstoppable now.”

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