Adel Beer Festival Celebrates Community Spirit with 1,000 Attendees

The Adel Beer Festival, a beloved annual event, has concluded its 2015 iteration with great success. Organized by Adel Cricket Club, the three-day festival featured 24 different beers, seven different ciders, and a range of local food and music. The event also included a Family Fun Day on Sunday and a special appearance by the Leeds Rhinos' Challenge Cup. Local businesses, sports clubs, and residents came together to sponsor and participate in the festival, which took place at the Adel War Memorial Association.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Adel Beer Festival has been a fixture in the local community's calendar since its inception in 2012, with this year's event being the largest and most successful yet.
  • The festival featured a diverse selection of 24 different beers and seven different ciders, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences.
  • A Family Fun Day was held on Sunday, attracting families and children to the event.
  • Local sports clubs, such as Adel Bowls Club, opened their facilities to festival attendees, showcasing the community's spirit and teamwork.
  • The Leeds Rhinos' Challenge Cup was a major attraction, drawing attendees and promoting the franchise's appeal.
  • Greg Mulholland MP praised the organizers and volunteers for their hard work in making the event a success.
  • Stephen Grey, one of the organizers, emphasized the festival's importance in promoting the Adel War Memorial Association and its various clubs, as well as raising funds for Adel Cricket Club.

Statistics:

  • 24 different beers were featured at the festival.
  • 7 different ciders were showcased.
  • Over 1,000 people attended the festival over the three days.
  • The festival raised funds for Adel Cricket Club, which boasts four senior and seven junior teams.

Sources:

  • Greg Mulholland news release, [No specific date]
  • Stephen Grey, Organiser at Adel Cricket Club, quoted in Greg Mulholland news release