Welcome to the Nottingham Beer & Cider Festival
Join us for four days of unforgettable brews, live music, and good cheer in the heart of Robin Hood’s legendary city.
The festival will return to Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, running from Wednesday 7th October to Saturday 10th October. Final details to be announced over the next few weeks, including beer & cider information and music schedule. Please scroll down this page to access specific sections.
The clock is already running to count down the days to the 2026 Festival. Tickets for the Beer festival are now available and the event will also coincide with the first NCCC Trent Bridge Wine Festival. Click on the link below for full details on both events!
About The Event
The Nottingham Beer & Cider Festival is one of the UK’s largest and most anticipated beer and cider events. Organised by the Nottingham Branch of CAMRA, we’re dedicated to showcasing an incredible selection of real ales, ciders, and perries from across the country and beyond.Â
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When & Where
The Nottingham Beer and Cider Festival is at the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground from Weds 7th to Sat 10th of October. It will feature around 500 cask and key keg beers and a wide range of ciders and perries, plus music and plenty of food options.
As this years event will coincide with the first Wine, Champagne & Prosecco festival at the Trent Bridge Ground, the details for access to both festivals is still being finalised, but the location info shown below provides an outline of the ground layout. Final details will be announced in the next two weeks.
What's on Tap
Explore hundreds of real ales, key keg beers, and traditional ciders and perries from our local favourites and a wide selection of the best national providers. The 2026 information will be available soon, the links below provide an idea of what we offered in 2025.
Tickets & Entry
Book your tickets in advance to secure your entry. Full pricing details and options can be found on the Trent Bridge website.
Festival dates/times:
Weds 7th: 1pm – 7pm (Trade, CAMRA members & season ticket holders only)
Thurs 8th: 12noon – 10.30pm
Fri 9th: 12noon – 10.30pm
Sat 10th: 12noon – 10.30pmÂ
Access to the Festival is free to all CAMRA Members, so if you are a member, please ensure you present a current membership card, either physical or digital, at the entrance gate.
Entertainment & Food
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Plan Your Visit
Located centrally at the Trent Bridge venue. Find detailed information on travel options, parking, and accessibility for all attendees.
A Look Back: Our Fantastic 2025 Festival!
The Nottingham Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival 2025 returned to the iconic Trent Bridge Cricket Ground for the 5th year and it was another resounding success! The days of the festival were bathed in glorious autumnal sunshine! Over 500 beers and 100 ciders and perries were on offer over the course of the festival, a wonderful selection and
showcase of all that is beer. Despite the reduced capacity at the Ground, due to the significant rebuilding work of the Pavilion, we were thrilled to welcome thousands of visitors who enjoyed the incredible array of real ales, ciders, and perries, alongside vibrant live music and delicious food.
Unfortunately there was one sad aspect of the event. Our local Robin Hood Tim Pollard passed away earlier in the year and his presence was sorely missed. Fundraising took place at the event for Maggie’s Cancer Care.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a memorable event. We’re already working hard to make 2026 even better!
The Festival Vibe: Music, Mirth & More!
At the Nottingham Beer & Cider Festival, the good times extend far beyond the bar! We pride ourselves on offering a diverse program of entertainment to complement your tasting journey. Expect dynamic live music performances from talented local and regional acts across our stages, creating a buzzing and celebratory atmosphere.
Keep an eye out for other engaging activities and unique features that make our festival a truly immersive experience.
Our Sponsors
We’re incredibly grateful for the generous support of our sponsors. Their contributions are vital in making the Nottingham Beer & Cider Festival a success year after year, helping us bring you an unforgettable experience of the finest real ales, ciders, and entertainment. Please show them your appreciation!
