Devizes is to stage its own version of the TV’s Come Dine With Me as it gears up for the town’s Food and Drink Festival.

People can sign up now for the dinner parties on March 21 at private homes, but they will not find out the exact location until two days before the event.

One of the organisers, Rosalind Ambler, said: “Come Dine With Us will provide the opportunity to have a delicious meal in a private house in Devizes, enjoying home-cooked food and meeting new people.

“This is always a popular feature of the Devizes Food and Drink Festival and comes two months before the 11th Festival, which starts on May 16.

“This earlier date helps spread the cost of attending the many events during the festival and reduces the danger of over-eating.”

Menus will include a Persian feast and a meal made entirely from things bought in Devizes markets. All dinners will have a minimum of three courses and a welcome drink, with guests bringing their own beverages.

People can buy a maximum of two tickets, but singletons are welcome.

Tickets are available for £17.50 from Devizes Books. Organisers say most dietary restrictions can be catered for and a vegetarian option will be available.

For information, go online to www.devizesfoodanddrinkfestival.info