The best beer and beer festivals to book in 2021 Wine News

Partial to a pint? Whether it’s something hoppy, fruity, rich, or sour, there is bound to be something for everyone at one of the country’s many craft beer festivals, which – with Covid restrictions in place – come back to life. venues inside and outside the UK this summer.

From day-long events to weekend camps and featuring beers from around the world, the craft beer festival calendar is as eclectic, quirky as ever (see below for the Great Central Railway Beer Festival). and the steam room) and exciting.

Fantastic food, live music, and plenty of alternative drinks are also now standard, providing everything you need for a perfect day (assuming the weather is right, of course).

Here are our top 10 to whet your appetite – grab your planner and pencil in one or two for a great beer celebration weekend.

Bristol Craft Beer Festival

July 30-August 1, Harborside, Bristol

Organized by the craft beer festival company We Are Beer (which also hosts the beer festivals in London, Edinburgh and Manchester, as well as Beer Central in Birmingham), more than 30 world-class breweries will participate in this event. three-day event at Harborside, Bristol, as well as a stellar array of alternative food and drink stalls for non-beer drinkers. Tickets include all the beer you drink throughout the day (or the weekend, if you choose to attend daily).

Tickets from £ 49.50; bristolcraftbeerfestival.co.uk

Big foot party

June 18-20, Ragley Hall, Warwickshire

New this year, the Bigfoot Festival bills itself as the very first craft beer music festival, focusing as much on what it pours as what it plays. Expect a huge range of artists (headlining Primal Scream) and craft beers from across the country, plus a delicious array of chefs including Genevieve Taylor, Ramael Scully and the team at 10 Greek Street. Unlike most beer festivals, camping is also an option, so you can recreate the Glastonbury vibe, but with a significantly tastier drink.

Weekend camping tickets start at £ 120, with options for pre-pitched tents and luxury tipis; bigfootfestival.co.uk

Twyford Oktoberfest

June 25-26, Stanlake Meadow, Twyford

Returning for its 11th year, this independent beer festival promises perfect pours from local breweries, along with ciders, spirits and fizz to boot. The one-day festival raises funds each year for the Orchid male cancer charity, with live bands and staff volunteering for the day. Keep an eye out for the full list of breweries in attendance, which should be announced soon.

Tickets from £ 10, including two vouchers; twyfordbeerfest.co.uk

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