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Ludlow Spring Festival Returns with a Bang, Showcasing Independent Brews and Local Flavors

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The 16th Ludlow Spring Festival brought together food and beer enthusiasts at Ludlow Castle, featuring a packed line-up of live music, food, drink, exhibitors, and family-friendly entertainment. The three-day event included the return of the Marches Transport Festival, showcasing around 100 classic cars, and for the first time, the Society of Independent Brewers and Associations' regional beer competition. The festival also hosted two categories in the CAMRA West Central and West Midlands Area finalist rounds of the Champion Beer of Britain competition.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ludlow Spring Festival returned to Ludlow Castle for its 16th year, featuring a diverse range of live music, food, drinks, exhibitors, and family-friendly entertainment.
  • The event included the Marches Transport Festival, which showcased approximately 100 classic cars from pre-war to the 1980s.
  • The Society of Independent Brewers and Associations' regional beer competition made its first appearance at the festival.
  • The competition featured local beers and supported the Indie Beer Campaign.
  • Two categories from the CAMRA West Central and West Midlands Area finalist rounds of the Champion Beer of Britain competition were hosted at the festival.
  • Exhibitors such as Bellota, Case for Cooking, Ludlow Pickle Company, Distinct Distillers, and Shropshire Truffles showcased local food and drink within the Inner Bailey on Saturday and Sunday.
  • A selection of street food traders, including the Beefy Boys, Pizza Girls, and Roly Poly Eats, offered a diverse range of cuisine.
  • The festival featured local drink vendors such as Gwatkin Cider, Ludlow Distillery, Two Farmers, and Monkhide Wines.

Statistics:

  • The 16th Ludlow Spring Festival featured a diverse range of entertainment and attractions.
  • The Marches Transport Festival showcasing approximately 100 classic cars.
  • The Society of Independent Brewers and Associations' regional beer competition supported local breweries.
  • Two categories from the CAMRA West Central and West Midlands Area finalist rounds of the Champion Beer of Britain competition were hosted at the festival.
  • The event ran over three days, concluding on Sunday.

Sources:

  • [Ludlow Advertiser]
  • [Ludlow Marches Food and Drink]

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