Wolverhampton CAMRA Summer Festival of Beer & Cider: A Celebration of Local Brews

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The Wolverhampton CAMRA Summer Festival of Beer & Cider has become an institution in the region, attracting hundreds of people each year to sample over 50 different brews. This esteemed festival, now in its 50th year, has been a cornerstone of the social calendar for Wolverhampton CAMRA, with members volunteering their time to ensure its success. The event is held at the Wolverhampton Arts Centre, providing a venue that allows for a variety of drinks to be showcased and enjoyed by attendees.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 2025 Wolverhampton CAMRA Summer Festival of Beer & Cider will take place from Thursday, July 24 to Saturday, July 26, featuring over 50 different drinks, including beers, ales, stouts, ciders, and perries.
  • A general admission ticket costs £5 per person, including a glass, while a group rate of £20 for five people is also available. A multiday admission ticket covering the three days of the festival costs £10, including a glass.
  • The festival has been held annually since 1976, initially at the Wulfrun Hall and later at the Wolverhampton Arts Centre since 2016.
  • Over 50 local breweries will be participating, including AJ's from Walsall, Banks's from Wolverhampton, and Holden's from Woodsetton.
  • A special beer brewed by Banks's will be available, marking the brewery's final year of operation before closing its doors.
  • Visitors can sign up to become a CAMRA member on the spot, offering benefits such as free half-pint tokens and access to member-only discounts.
  • The festival welcomes children accompanied by an adult until 8pm each day, with games and a marquee area available.

Statistics:

  • 50 available brews and ciders
  • 3 festival days (Thursday to Saturday)
  • £5 general admission ticket
  • £20 group rate (5 people)
  • £10 multiday admission ticket
  • £34 annual CAMRA membership fee
  • 50p off per pint real ale or cider voucher for CAMRA members
  • 50-year history of the festival
  • 2016: The year the festival moved to the Wolverhampton Arts Centre
  • 2025: The year the festival celebrates 50 years of operation

Sources:

  • Wolverhampton CAMRA Website
  • Charlotte Coxon, festival organiser
  • Wolverhampton Arts Centre