The 45th Norwich Beer Festival returns to the city’s Halls from 23-28 October.

The CAMRA Member’s Preview kicks off the festivities on Monday 23 October from 4pm until 5pm when the event opens to the public.

From Tuesday 24 October until Friday 27 October the festival opens at 11.30am until 3pm and then 5pm-10pm, with Thursday and Friday closing at 11pm. Saturday is open from 11.30am until 9pm.

CAMRA members get free entry to all sessions. For non-members, lunchtime sessions are only £2 (except Friday £4), and evenings are £4-£7, with an all-day Saturday session at an irresistible £4. Once inside, you can purchase beer tokens and glasses with the latter’s deposit refundable with cash or card.  

Organiser Craig Harmer said: “‘We really appreciate those loyal customers who return year on year. But, if you’ve never been to the festival, you’re in for a treat! Discover your favourite tipple and enjoy a catch up with friends, a relaxed time with family and see the live music in Blackfriars Hall at the weekend.

“The outstanding venue, huge range of drinks, combined with laughter and smiles, always makes this a magical time of the year.”

Advance tickets are now on sale. If sales have ended for your preferred session, do not worry, as you can always pay on the door.

There is also a limited number of festival collectable beer glasses and a merchandise stand offering hoodies, T-shirts, books and more.

You can join CAMRA at the festival giving you free access to all sessions. New members joining at the festival will also receive tokens for two free pints and free (or refunded) admission.

The live beer and cider list will be published mid-October. 

This year’s sponsors are:

St Andrew’s Hall – sponsored by Barsham Brewery

World beer bar – sponsored by the Belgian Monk

Volunteer T-Shirts – sponsored by Woodforde’s

Blackfriars Hall – sponsored by Lacons

Trade session – sponsored by Crisp Malt

Beer cards – sponsored by First Buses

Norwich & District CAMRA is also running a series of evening and daytime coach trips, which are open to non-members too, with discounts for members.