Wigan CAMRA gears up for its 38th year hosting its popular beer festival

There will be upwards of 130 star-beverages to choose from, along with a selection of ciders, perries, craft beers and gin boasting a great selection of tipples.

Wigan CAMRA, whose members are organising the showcase, will be offering beer from breweries in and around the borough including Wigan Brewhouse, Rivington Brewing, Problem Child Brewing and Wily Fox Brewery.

The festival promises a vibrant atmosphere celebrating community, craftsmanship and Wigan’s rich brewing heritage.

Doors open at the event at Robin Park Sports Centre on Thursday March 5 and the opening night will be free admission for everyone.

Friday will have two sessions, the first beginning at noon and running until 5pm, with doors opening for the evening session from 5pm to 11pm.

Saturday will also see two sessions taking place, starting at 11.30am until 5pm.

The later Saturday session will take place from 5pm until 9.30pm and will be free entry.

There will also be entertainment from INDIfly, Kiki T and Coverbox Music across Friday and Saturday.

The door price for both Friday sessions and the first Saturday session is £15 per person which includes beer vouchers and a £3 refundable beer glass deposit.

Extra beer vouchers can also be purchased during the event.

Wigan Transport Trust will be running a free shuttle service every half an hour, departing from Stand A in Wigan bus station opposite the Royal Mail sorting office, stopping at Wigan North Western train station and then the festival.

For more information on the event and for the bus timetable visit: beerfestival.wigancamra.org.uk