The UK & Ireland's largest beer festival directory
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Experience Bristol's exceptional beer festival scene across England's most independent-minded city. From harbourside brewery celebrations to Stokes Croft craft gatherings, Bristol combines creative energy with innovative brewing excellence, vibrant street culture and an unmatched passion for artisan beer.
Bristol ranks among the most exciting beer cities in the country, and its festivals are a highlight of the South West calendar. The energy here is hard to beat.
From large ticketed festivals to taproom crawls around Bedminster and beyond, the city mixes traditional cask with experimental and barrel-aged beer. Summer is especially busy, with events making the most of the harbourside.
See the brewers pouring on our Bristol breweries guide, then see what else is on across the South West.
Discover the award-winning breweries that make Bristol a craft beer and real ale destination. Many of these breweries participate in regional festivals or host their own taproom events.
Bath
Abbey Ales is a small, independent brewery based in Bath, Somerset, founded in 1997 by Alan Morgan — the first brewery in the city for over fifty years. They brew traditional English ales in small batches using high-quality ingredients (like Maris Otter malt from Warminster and English hops), and their flagship beer is the golden, hoppy “Bellringer” best bitter.
Festival regular
Bristol
Arbor Ales, established in Bristol in 2007, has been a key player in the city's craft beer scene, offering a diverse range of beers in their signature 568ml pint-sized cans. Their lineup includes pale ales, IPAs, gluten-free options, lagers, stouts, and mixed cases. Customers can purchase these products directly from their online shop, which provides nationwide delivery across the UK. Additionally, Arbor Ales offers merchandise and gift cards for enthusiasts. Orders of two or more cases qualify for free UK mainland shipping.
Bristol
Founded in 1995 near Bath and later moved to Bristol, Bath Ales is a prominent regional brewery known for combining traditional techniques with modern, hare-branded packaging. Acquired by St Austell Brewery in 2016, it produces popular cask and bottled beers, most notably its flagship 4.8% amber aleGem.
Bristol
Below Brew Co, formerly known as Lowtide Brewing Co., is a UK-based brewery dedicated to crafting innovative alcohol-free beers that deliver full flavor without compromise. Embracing a philosophy of "crafty defiance," they combine unique brews with distinctive can artwork to bring true craft beer experiences to the alcohol-free market. Their diverse lineup includes offerings like the tropical "All Hopped Up" IPA, the fruity "Ohana" fruited pale ale, and the tart "Tweet & Sour" smoothie sour, all brewed to provide a satisfying experience without alcohol. In 2024, the company rebranded to Below Brew Co to better position itself for future growth while maintaining its original team and commitment to quality.
Bristol
Festival regular
Bristol
A fiercely independent brewery at the heart of the Bristol beer scene since 2004. More than 40 beers are produced annually. In 2025 the brewery returned to its roots and moved back to its original brewing site on the Ashton Vale Trading Estate.
