Celebrating Local Independent Breweries, Music, and Food in the Heart of Nottingham
The Independent Breweries of Nottingham are proud to announce the launch of the inaugural Castle Beer Festival at the historic Nottingham Castle, set to take place on 4th-5th April 2025. Led by local breweries, the festival will showcase over 100 different beers from 10+ local breweries, alongside a selection of local ciders, street food, and live music, all set within the iconic castle grounds.
The festival is a showcase of Nottingham’s thriving independent brewing scene, but attendees can also expect street food from Nottingham’s finest vendors, catering to all, and handpicked to pair perfectly with the festival atmosphere. The brewery bars and food stalls will circle round the Castle’s iconic bandstand, where a lineup of local musicians will take centre stage.
Gates open at 5pm each day, and attendees can enjoy the relaxed, intimate atmosphere with a £10 entry fee per person. The first tickets go on sale Friday 22nd November 2024 through Gigantic.
Ian Wesley, of Blue Monkey Brewery, one of the independent breweries, shared his enthusiasm:
“We have such an amazing and diverse independent brewing scene in Nottingham. We’ve all talked about celebrating the local range of beers, including craft and cask, and after speaking with Nottingham City Council, we felt that Nottingham Castle would be the perfect venue to bring this vision to life. It’s going to be an incredible event, and we can’t wait to share it with everyone!”
Cllr Sam Lux, Executive Member for Carbon Reduction, Leisure and Culture at Nottingham City Council, said:
“We’re delighted to welcome this new event to Nottingham Castle, which will celebrate local independent businesses. Nottingham is home to a wonderful array of breweries, and we’re excited to showcase our home-grown talent in the heart of the city. The Castle’s magical aesthetic and atmosphere will offer beer and cider enthusiasts an unforgettable experience in 2025.”
As spring sets in, the Castle Beer Festival promises to be the perfect way to kick off festival season, with a strong focus on community, creativity, and of course, local beer. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or looking for a fun day out celebrating all Nottingham has to offer, this event is not to be missed.
Event Details:
Dates: 4th-5th April 2025
Location: Nottingham Castle
Doors Open: 5pm
Entry Fee: £10 per person
Tickets: On sale from Friday 22nd November 2024 via Gigantic Tickets
For more information about the festival, please visit www.castlebeerfest.com or follow us on social media at @castlebeerfestival
Posted on 26 November 2024
