St Benedict Beer Festival to Raise Funds for Parish Ministry

Strategic Insights -

A unique beer festival is being hosted at St Mark's Church in Swindon to support the local parish ministry, bringing together beer enthusiasts and the community. The festival will feature over 20 different beers and ciders, including a specially brewed pale ale, Rev'd Up, inspired by medieval brewing traditions. Live music, a raffle, and a competition to win a tour of Arkell's Brewery are among the highlights, ensuring an entertaining and engaging experience for all attendees.

Key Takeaways:

  • The St Benedict Beer Festival will be held on July 12, from noon to 10pm at St Mark's Church, Church Place, Swindon.
  • Over 20 different beers and ciders will be available at the festival.
  • A special festival beer, Rev'd Up, will be revealed, brewed by The Rusty Garage Brewpub, with a low alcohol content of around 3.5 to 3.8 per cent.
  • Live music will be performed by Kelly Sings Country at 7pm.
  • Funds raised from the festival will support the ministry and mission of the parish of Swindon New Town.
  • CAMRA members will receive an extra half pint of beer for free with a valid membership card.
  • Entry to the festival costs £12, which includes a souvenir festival glass, a festival programme, and one half pint of beer, cider, or soft drink.
  • Drinks are priced at £2 per half pint, payable using tokens that can be purchased at the ticket desk.

Statistics:

  • 20+ different beers and ciders will be available at the festival.
  • 3.5-3.8% is the estimated low alcohol content of the special festival beer, Rev'd Up.
  • £12 is the entry fee to the festival, which includes a souvenir glass, a programme, and a half pint.
  • ₹2 is the price per half pint of beer or cider.

Sources:

  • [The Swindon Advertiser, "Church to host first beer festival" (exact date not specified)]