Returning for the 15th time, Colchester and North East Essex CAMRA invite you to a fun, friendly festival in the City of Colchester.
This year our logo honours Jane and Ann Taylor, writers of the lyrics to Twinkle Twinkle Little … Read the rest
There were lots of people asking about our t-shirt which features the first 35 Colchester Real Ale and Cider Festival logos, right from the from the 1st festival back in 1985.
These are now again available to order for a … Read the rest
You voted, we counted. The winners of the beer and cider of the 36th Colchester Real Ale and Cider Festival are:
Beer
Karas Buizza by Watsons Brewery, Colchester
A mighty 7.4% dark ‘mild’ from Mark Watson – and sadly this … Read the rest
We’ll have polo shirts and t-shirts available to purchase from the products stand at the festival – just go and say ‘Hei’ to Stein. He’s from Norway.
Embroidery by www.bespokeemeraldembroidery.co.uk and what a lovely job they’ve made of it.
Every first Saturday of the month, just around the corner from the Arts Centre where the festival is held, in front of the Mercury Theatre you’ll find Colchester Farmer’s Market.
Up to 30 stalls will be there from 9:30am until … Read the rest
This year’s festival charity is The Alcohol Education Trust who perform excellent work educating young people on responsible drinking.
“The Alcohol Education Trust supports young people age 11 – 25 of all abilities, in settings such as schools, colleges, youth … Read the rest
Can you help out at the Colchester Beer Festival? Any help you can offer is gratefully received, even just a few hours. If you’ve never volunteered at a beer festival before don’t worry – full training is given and we’re … Read the rest
The Ale Trail returns for its 9th Year. Visit any 18 of the 20 participating pubs, buy a pint or half of real ale, real cider, Belgian or craft beer and collect a sticker for your card. Bring your completed … Read the rest
The 36th Colchester Summer beer and cider festival.
Wednesday 31st May to Saturday 3rd June 2023
12 noon – 10:30pm Wednesday 31st May
12 noon – 10:30pm Thursday 1st June
12 noon – 10:30pm Friday 2nd June
11am – 10:30pm … Read the rest
Thank you to everyone who came to the Fourteenth Winter Ale Festival, all the volunteers who helped run it, the Colchester Arts Centre for hosting it, the brewers for the beer and the producers for the cider.
Watch this space … Read the rest