The Campaign for Real Ale has announced that the Great British Beer Festival is ‘taking a year off in 2024’, but will return in 2025.
“We have taken the difficult decision not to go ahead next year as our current venue could not secure the dates we required, impacting on our volunteers and potentially on other events across the country,” said event director, Catherine Tonry.
“Ongoing building works could also impact on CAMRA being able to host our flagship festival to the high standards we have always prided ourselves on. It is essential our flagship event is the absolute best it can be for everyone who volunteers or attends.”
Other venues have been explored, but due to timescales, costs, and CAMRA’s requirements, it has not been able to secure a suitable venue.
Catherine added: “I would like to thank everyone who volunteers at the Great British Beer Festival and encourage you to look at other CAMRA events taking place across the country, where your expertise would be invaluable.
“We will now look forward to 2025 and explore a variety of options and venues. Work is also under way to look at plans for next year’s Champion Beer of Britain competition.”
