Video: Notts TV’s Hugh Casswell tries a plethora of pints
Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival 2016 is in its final day and we’ve been taking a look at some of the powerful and persuasive pints on offer.
The festival at Nottingham Castle and will run until Saturday night with 30,000 people expected through the doors – many of them during the peak Saturday afternoon period.
A record number of beers are available this year with 1,273 different beers on offer compared to last year’s figure of 1,270.
More than 200 ciders are available along with various wines and parries.
It’s a glorious opportunity to try different types of ales
Nottingham CAMRA secretary Andrew Ludlow said: “The thing that amazes me is that 40 years ago you had a limited choice.
“These days however the range is amazing.
“There’s so many fruit flavoured beers, different type of hops, it’s just such a glorious opportunity to try different types of ales.”
Beer and Cider Festival – all you need to know
What are the opening hours?: 5.30pm-11pm on Wednesday, 11am-11pm on Thursday – Saturday.
Is parking available?: No parking is allowed on site, there is no space available and vehicle movement is not permitted when the festival is open. Nottingham Castle is a short walk from the railway station and both bus stations. The tram is about four minutes walk away. There are numerous public car parks nearby.
What is there to drink?: In 2015 1,270 different draught real ales and well over 200 real ciders were on offer with an even wider selection available this year. Soft drinks, teas & coffees and country wines are also available.
What are the admission prices?: Advance tickets and pay at the gate are both available with tickets priced at £10.
Beer tokens or cash?: It is a token only festival with a number of refundable tokens included in the admission price.
Can I buy more tokens when inside?: There are token booths where you can purchase as many tokens as you need. They are refundable but only in small numbers, so don’t buy too many at a time.
How much is a pint?: Prices have been held with all but the very strong beers and ciders costing £3 a pint.
Can I bring children?: Children are allowed on site until 5pm, at the discretion of the Castle staff however all under 18s must leave site at 5pm.
Can I bring my dog?: No dogs are allowed in the Castle grounds, except assistance dogs. This is a City Council ruling that applies at all times of the year.
Can I buy food there?: There are a number of stalls offering a range of different food.
