Thornbridge Peakender 2018, The Showground, Bakewell - 17th August 2018

We camped Fri-Mon and had a great time. Overall a great weekend. Food options were diverse, tasty and good value. Beer options seemed to run low as maybe hadn’t anticipated volume consumed however the options we enjoyed ran on into Sunday and cans had special offers on Sunday afternoon. Music was good and the DJ in the beer tent was amazing and a good reader of crowd. Slightly disappointed by the time of finish on Sunday as had expected a slightly later end (stopped at 6pm) however understand the timings for packing away. Loos and shower cabins regularly cleaned which was necessary and positive it was done so often - maybe another cluster at the other end of the field would help?

Posted by V on 27/08/2018

Thornbridge Peakender 2018, The Showground, Bakewell - 17th August 2018

Peakender has grown year on year but has maintained a personal touch and friendly atmosphere other more 'commercial' events cannot duplicate. There was more beer, better toilets, more food options and some great brewer talks this year.

I missed out on a number of choice beers this year due to numbers at the bar so there is room for improvement there, either by limiting numbers or splitting the bars between 'regulars' and 'specials'.

The brewer talks were great this year with 'Ghost bottle' being a highlight,

Regards

Posted anonymously on 25/08/2018

Thornbridge Peakender 2018, The Showground, Bakewell - 17th August 2018

Apart from the long queues on Saturday and running out of beer on the night it was absolutely worth it. The events held and the choice of beer was fantastic. I’ll be booking for next years ASAP

Posted by Stuart Horrocks on 23/08/2018

Thornbridge Peakender 2018, The Showground, Bakewell - 17th August 2018

A really good weekend, with a very relaxed atmosphere. The ticket included camping parking and entry for two people at just over £70 this can not be complained about.
The entertainment was great and very varied to cater for everyone.

The only issues where the bar on Saturday but I am sure I won't be the only identifying this and know the organisers have acknowledged it.
It would also have been useful to have a bit more information before arriving as to what was/was not allowed in the camping area ie a camping information page on the website.
This is still a young festival which is still great and developing to be even better. I am sure we will be back next year.

Posted by sarah on 22/08/2018

Thornbridge Peakender 2018, The Showground, Bakewell - 17th August 2018

Loved the atmosphere - such a happy and relaxed vibe.....we specifically went for our favourite band Hope & Social but nearly died laughing at Steve Faulkner - he is hysterically funny and a great musician. There were other great acts.... and some not so great - but sitting there in our comfy chairs being entertained was fantastic. Didn't rate the food stalls at all - thought they were over-priced for poor quality food tbh. AND THEY RAN OUT OF BEER! 😂Not all beer to be fair - but the popular ones - as it was a lot busier than expected. Loved all the hay-bales scattered around and the fact the town centre was a few minutes walk away. Bakewell is absolutely gorgeous. Would definitely go again - but only if the bf cooks for us! 😂

Posted by Jayne Louise on 22/08/2018