South West England Beer Festivals 2026

*Multi-Venue Event* As part of West Dorset CAMRA’s 50th anniversary celebrations, we thought it would be a great idea to have an Ale Trail (or 5!) around our area. The pubs included are those who have been in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide the most times and have agreed to be involved. The aim is to increase footfall across the pubs, without making the event too onerous for the pub staff. The overarching trail is split into 5 sub-trails, colour-coded and within reasonable geographical closeness – with a couple of outliers in each trail, we want you to explore pubs you might not have visited before! The pubs involved have been supplied with inked stamps to evidence your visit. Any drink qualifies for a stamp, not only real ale, and soft drinks are included. As well as being within the Spring 2026 edition of the Giant’s Pint, participants can also download the trail, pubs will accept both versions.

A truly unique beer festival, set amidst Postlip’s ancient Tithe Barn in the idyllic Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For 48 years, the Cotswold Beer Festival has been bringing together time honoured classics & the vibrant innovation of the latest brewing trends. It’s the longest-running of its’ kind that’s stayed in the same magical place. This year we have 45 ciders and over 110 beers heading to our tithe barn for you to sample. We’ve sold out of almost every ticket type for every day over the last few years- so tell your mates and don’t miss out!

Wells Beer Fest 2026 is shaping up to be a proper summer treat for anyone who gets a little emotional around a well‑kept pint. Expect a stacked line‑up of local and regional brews, from crisp sessionables to the kind of experimental pours that make you say “I probably shouldn’t love this… but I do.” Add in live music, great food, and that easygoing Wells crowd, and you’ve basically got two days of pure, hoppy happiness. Whether you’re the type who hunts down every new release or you just want to sip something cold in the sunshine, the festival’s got you covered. Bring your mates, bring your curiosity, and maybe bring a plan for how you’re getting home afterwards.

Following our immensely successful First St Benedict Beer Festival last year, we are back bigger and better! Celebrate summer with us at the Second St Benedict Beer Festival with great beer, live music, food, and fun, it’s the perfect local day out for families, friends, and beer/cider lovers alike. Relax in the grounds and marquees, or visit our beautiful Victorian Church designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and consecrated in 1846, which features the best Thomas Kempe stained glass window in the southwest of England! This year’s festival promises a flavour-packed lineup with at least 20 beers and ciders on tap, alongside soft drinks and snacks for all tastes. Festival Highlights: • Over 20 craft beers and 8 ciders on tap, including something completely new for St Benedict’s! • Soft drinks and bar snacks • Hot food vendors • Live music at 6pm from the legendary What the Pluck (Friday) and – returning by popular demand – the fantastic Kelly-Anne Country (formerly Kelly Sings Country) (Saturday). Bring your line-dancing boots! • A welcoming community atmosphere in a beautiful, historic setting Entry is £12 per day or £20 for both days, which includes: • The unique second St Benedict Beer Festival souvenir glass (one per ticket) • A festival programme • One half pint of beer, cider or soft drink Drinks are £2 per half pint, payable using tokens that can be purchased at the ticket desk. CAMRA members receive an extra half pint free on production of a valid membership card. Tickets are available online or on the day at the ticket desk Funds raised will support the ministry and mission of the Parish of Swindon New Town. Photographs are credited to © James Booth Photography.

Our hugely popular annual matchday Beer & Cider Festival returns in 2026! This year’s event will take place at our huge Metro Bank One Day Cup derby against local rivals Gloucestershire on Friday July 24th. Last year’s Beer & Cider Festival sold out, so make sure you get your tickets now! The event, which features over 100 different beers and ciders, will once again be staged in our vibrant fan village and will feature a variety of the best acoustic musical talent from the local area plus a wide variety of tailored food options. All Members and matchday ticket holders will receive a full set tasting notes for Beers & Ciders on offer to score and perhaps, find a new favourite!

Join us at The Frampton Arms for a fantastic weekend packed with great beer, cider, live music, delicious food, and a brilliant atmosphere! 🎶🍺 🍕 Pizza van on Saturday with Basilico Pizza Van�🌭 Hot dogs available both days�🐷 Hog roast on Sunday Face painting by Sparkle With Cortney 🎟️ FREE ENTRY Bring your friends and family, grab a drink, enjoy the live music, and make a weekend of it! Come dressed to impress in your best Hawaiian outfit! 📅 Saturday 25th July 🎵 Maddison & Chris - Acoustic 🎵 Ratrace Dorset Ska 🎵 Ironhide 📅 Sunday 26th July 🎵 The Gentlemen 🎵 Milk & Two 🎵 The Hooked

Real ales, food and live music.

The Witchball’s 17th Annual Beer & Cider Festival. Join us for live music and a selection of fine beers and ciders

Fantastic beers and ciders, sunshine, blue skies and a rockin’ line-up of local bands.

Beer and cider festival. Live music. A festival of fun for all the family. Bouncy castle, kids disco, BBQ and entertainment.

We now hold three(!) Beer, Cider and Music Festivals each year and this is our big August one following our big February and May one! What can you expect? Well the pub is not just a pub but a legendary, expertly programmed live music venue so expect unique performances from local and further afield artists across the five days featuring Yalla Miku on Monday, Lo-Hi-Lo on Friday and more to be announced! Keep a keen eye on our website and socials...And we mustn’t forget: BEER. A wide selection of cask beer will be available on a popup bar in the covered courtyard and all the usual suspects inside with non drinkers all very well catered for too. The beer festival where EVERYONE is welcome…

🔥🍺 ALECYDERSIZZLE !! 🌭🍏 Celebrate the Bank Holiday with the best of the South West – locally brewed ales, refreshing ciders, locally sourced sausages hot from the grill, live music, dancing and a warm village welcome. 📅 28th ,29th, 30th August 📍 The Horse & Groom, Bittaford 🍺 Real Ales – carefully selected local favourites plus meet the Brewer 🍻 🍏 Great Ciders – crisp, refreshing, full of flavour, strong as ... 🌭 Sausage Sizzle – BBQ time 🎶 LIVE MUSIC 🎸 Saturday – Rock Against The Machine 🤘 (5pm) 🎸 Sunday – Rick The Stick – All Electric (5pm) ✨️Cancel your holiday & join us for a cracking weekend at our ALECYDERSIZZLE! ✨