After a successful first year, the Derby Heritage Beer Festival is back at the Museum of Making!
A highlight in the city’s calendar, the festival brings together over 150 real ales from the best of Britain’s breweries, alongside a selection of ciders, world beers and craft keg.
The festival will be held on the ground floor of the Museum of Making, with seating available in a marquee installed for the occasion. A range of food will be provided by the Museum’s River Kitchen and there will be live music entertainment over the event.
When is it on?
Wednesday 3 September, 6-11pm (free to CAMRA members)
Thursday 4 September, 12-5pm and 6-11pm
Friday 5 September, 12-5pm and 6-11pm
Saturday 6 September, 12-5pm and 6-11pm
Walk-ins are allowed on the day subject to capacity. We recommend purchasing a ticket in advance to guarantee entry to your selected time slot.
What can I drink?
Real ale: View the real ale list.
Craft keg: View the craft keg list.
World beer, wines and spirits: View the world beer, wines and spirits list.
Cider: View the cider list.
Please note, lists will continue to be updated in the run up to the festival, and all drinks are subject to availability.
Will there be music?
Wednesday evening – to be confirmed
Thursday evening – Crossroads (rock/pop)
Friday evening – Indie Division (indie/britpop)
Saturday evening – Unforgiven (rock)
Will there be food?
The Museum’s River Kitchen will serve a range of hot and cold food.
How much is it?
Entry is £7 and you will need a £3 (refundable) glass. CAMRA members with a valid membership card will receive a free pint with paid entry.
Additional information for attendees
• This is an over 18s event, younger visitors are advised to bring ID as challenge 25 will be in operation.
• There is a refundable charge of £3 for glass hire, this is included in the ticket cost.
• Advance tickets holders are advised to arrive promptly to the event.
• The Derby Heritage Beer Festival promotes card payments. Cash payments will be available at the event.
• Last orders will be at 4.30pm for daytime sessions and 10.30pm for evening sessions.
• All service dogs are welcome, water will be made available upon request.
• CAMRA members will receive a free pint with proof of membership. Free entry for CAMRA members on Wednesday night with proof of membership, drink and glass offer does not apply with free entry.
Suitable for ages 18+
Booking is recommended
The Derby Heritage Beer Festival is produced by Derby CAMRA working in partnership with Derby Museums.
Donations made through donation boxes during the event will go to support Derby Museums. As a charity, Derby Museums rely on generous support like yours to secure the future of Derby’s heritage for everyone. Find out how Derby Museums is more than a museum here.
Cover image: Pictoria Pictures
