The Continental Beer Festival - it's nearly here!

One of Preston's most eagerly-awaited events takes place next week.

The Continental Beer Festival returns, running from Thursday October 5 to Sunday October 8.

New Continental Beer Festival Landlord Jeremy Rowlandsplaceholder image
New Continental Beer Festival Landlord Jeremy Rowlands

The beer festival is the venue’s most popular event and the Continental’s riverside location creates an outdoor atmosphere like no other.

The much-loved festival will feature two beer halls, housing more than 200 cask ales, ciders and perries from across the UK and beyond.

To top it off there will also be a speciality Keg Beer Bar and a Gin Bar.

A spokesman said: “It doesn’t stop at the drinks!

“There will also be barbecue food and veggie delicacies as well as a diverse roster of live music acts and top-flight vinyl DJs.

“Here’s your chance to enjoy those hazy early-autumnal evenings with friends old and new... Before you turn into a pumpkin.”

The Continental is based in South Meadow Lane, and a is a popular venue all year round.

It is renowed for live acts and events as well as being a popular watering hall.

Tickets are available from Preston-based ticket agency Skiddle.

They are also available from the Continental’s bar.

The timetable is as follows: Thursday October 5 5pm – 12am (£3 entry)

Friday October 6 12pm - 12.30am (£4 entry)

Saturday October 7 12pm – 12.30am (£4)

Sunday October 8 12pm – 8pm (Free entry)

For all the details, visit www.newcontinental.net

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