It was our intention to hold the event as usual in March 2025 and we had started discussions relating to budgetary issues prior to detailed planning for the event. Sadly, due to circumstances beyond the branch’s control it is with deep regret we have decided that we could not proceed with the festival at that time. We fully intend to hold a festival as soon as it is practicable, although the financial viability might be uncertain in the present economic climate.

We are sending a message to branch members concerning a future potential beer festival in Coventry.

A successful beer festival depends on a host of key volunteers, from planning beforehand, set-up at the venue, a multitude of roles during the festival and taking it all down again. Some people throw themselves in from the get-go until the site is cleared, others may only be able to help for a few hours during the process; everyone is just as important to the success of a festival. It’s all a lot of work but it is a lot of fun too: A chance to learn new or apply long- standing skills and to be part of a friendly, welcoming team.

We need help to be able to deliver a CAMRA beer festival in Coventry. It’s been a while since our last one and we need to build the crew almost from scratch. Interested in helping or just curious? We are holding a meeting to discuss the viability of staging a festival. Please join us on 19 June on the first floor of the Golden Cross pub, Hay Lane, Coventry at 8.00pm. No previous experience is required, and any help would be greatly appreciated. Alternatively, you can register an interest in volunteering by sending an email to ku.gro.armac.yrtnevoc@tcatnoc

Looking forward to seeing you!

Thanks branch committee