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The Best UK Beer Festivals 2024

Posted on Friday 10th November 2023 at 16:00

Bethan Boast

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Bethan Boast

 

Grab your souvenir glass and guide, and get down to some of the best beer festivals across the UK. Something is here for you whether keg, cask, or cider is your thing.

 

Keswick Beer Festival

Keswick Rugby Club, Keswick

This is the biggest beer festival in the north of England and now enters its 25th year. Expect a dizzying array of casks, cider, and perry lining the huge marquee, you will be spoilt for choice. 

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Keswick

 

Castle Rock Yard Party

Castle Rock Brewery, Nottingham

The two-day annual party is located in the Nottingham Brewer's site grounds, the yard party brings all things Castle Rock into one space. Expect some of the best live music, street food, and beer that Nottingham has to offer. Plus, the site is just a few minutes from the train station to get yourself home.

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Yard Party

 

Arboretum Beer Festival

The Arboretum, Nottingham

The Arboretum Beer Festival is coming back bringing warm and fuzzy summer vibes to Nottingham’s historic green heart. Now a popular fixture on the city calendar, the all-day event at the Arboretum will once again showcase dozens of great real ales and craft beers from local breweries and beyond.

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Deal Folk 'n' Beer Festival

Betteshanger Park, Deal 

Returning for another year, Deal Folk 'N' Beer Festival brings you a host of family fun in the sun - you will get a whole array of local microbrewers alongside the best in Kentish Folk Music and some more from further afield. It's the perfect chance to get in the summer festival mood.

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Nottingham Craft Beer Festival 2024

Sneinton Market - Craft Beer Festival, Nottingham

Nottingham Craft Beer Festival has become an essential big weekend in the discerning drinker's calendar. Join esteemed brewers from right across the Midlands and beyond for two days sampling the finest brews and ales, plus live performances from cutting-edge artists and awesome DJs. Be there!

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Indie Beer Feast 

Trafalgar Warehouse, Sheffield

Indie Beer Feast is a popular two-day beer festival held in Sheffield, UK, celebrated for its dedication to showcasing a diverse range of craft beers from independent breweries. The festival is a gathering of beer enthusiasts, connoisseurs, and brewers who come together to celebrate the artistry and creativity of the craft beer scene.

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Indie Beer Feast

 

These Hills

The Party Field, Lewes

This incredible event will take place in June this year across two days, among the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park. Expect a dreamy line-up of rare, limited-edition beers from 35 of the world's best breweries, plus low-intervention wine and cider, live music, DJs, and incredible street food.

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 These Hills

 

The Three Legs Beer Festival 

 The Three Legs Brewing co, Bexhill on Sea

In celebration of their thrilling 10th-year milestone, The Three Leg Brewing co have pulled out all the stops! A stellar line-up of their absolute favourite breweries and beer maestros has been exclusively invited to bring the house down with their extraordinary brews. Plus dynamic guest speakers, meet-the-brewer sessions and top-notch DJs.

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Three Three Legs Beer Festival

 

Siren 11th Anniversary Brewery Party

Siren Tap Yard, Reading

Experience a feast for the senses with over 30 beers flowing across four bars on the day, featuring an array of cask beers, mystery and rare releases, and not forgetting our four exciting new anniversary brews.

Indulge in a culinary adventure with a plethora of food options from various street food vendors offering both savoury and sweet delights. 

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Siren 11th Anniversary Brewery Party

 

Tivoli Real Ale Festival 

The Tivoli, Buckley

Join Buckley's very own real ale festival at The Tivoli. With over 30 different types of ale available each night, ranging from £2, they've got something to satisfy every palate, including Ales, Lager, Bitter, Cider, and Gin.

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Buckley Real Ale Festival

 

Frülingsfest - Spring Beer Festival

Live at Binks Yard, Nottingham

The Spring Beer Festival promises to be an ideal gathering for enthusiasts who enjoy a stein (or a few!), relish a vibrant Bavarian ambience, and savour an al fresco April evening beneath a NEW outdoor stretch tent! Attendees can anticipate the presence of a lively oompah band to uplift the atmosphere, outdoor smoker, and steins overflowing with authentic Bavarian brews from Hofmeister.

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 Frulingsfest - Spring Beer Festival

 

We are thrilled to partner with some of the finest events and brewers the UK has to offer. And always remember to drink responsibly!

Are you running a beer festival? Interested in having your event showcased to thousands of beer enthusiasts? Contact us at selltickets@gigantic.com.

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PAST EVENTS

The events below have been and gone, but watch this space for 2024 tickets to be announced.

 

Thornbridge Peakender

The Showground, Bakewell

Taking place in the beautiful surroundings of the Peak District, Thornbridge is located just down the road, bringing you a range of their beers plus a whole host of guest ales. Alongside the beer, there are numerous tasting events and even a pub quiz every night. Why not ditch the car and the designated driver; you can camp over for the weekend too!

 

Peakender

 

Burger & Beer Festival

Bustler Street Food Market, Derby

Sumptuous beverages and tasty bites can be found courtesy of the best craft breweries and food traders at Burger & Beer Festival. Come to Bustler Street Food Market in Derby this summer to enjoy gastric delights, plus games, live music and even eating competitions! It’s an unmissable day out, so grab your ticket with Gigantic right now.

 

 

Derby Beer Con

Bustler Street Food Market, Derby

Derby Beer Con returns September 2023 and it is taking place at the Chocolate Factory again, on John Street (aka Bustler Street Food Market). Prepare yourself for a massive lineup of fantastic breweries. 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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