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Beer Festival
28th Festival of Beer and Brewing
Thu 3 - Sun 6 July 2025
The Food Museum’s popular beer festival in partnership with CAMRA returns for another celebration of all things brewing, with the 28th Festival of Beer and Brewing from Thursday 3rd – Sunday 6th July
Enjoy a range of delicious real ales, craft beers and ciders in the picturesque surroundings of the museum, including the stunning medieval barn where the main bar will be located. There’ll be food throughout the day and entertainment on offer every evening.
Easily accessible on foot from Stowmarket town centre and via train from Bury St Edmunds, Norwich & Ipswich.
Tickets available on the door:
£4 for single-day entry
£10 for a festival pass granting access for all 4 days
Free entry on Sunday as part of the Stowmarket Food and Drink Festival
Food Museum and CAMRA members get in for free!
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Sessions & Tickets
Thu 3 July 2025 17:00 - 23:00
Duration: 6 hours
Fri 4 July 2025 12:00 - 23:00
Duration: 11 hours
Sat 5 July 2025 11:00 - 23:00
Duration: 12 hours
Sun 6 July 2025 11:00 - 16:00
Duration: 5 hours

Free case of 10 exclusive beers!
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T&Cs: Offer valid for new UK customers only. One per household. After your free case, you'll be subscribed as a member of Beer52 (£33/m for 10 beers, magazine, two snacks - - all items sold separately, contact Beer52 to configure your plan), pause or cancel anytime. 18+ only. See website for full T&Cs. Beer selection may vary. Promotion runs for 30 days. Please Drink Responsibly.