Imagine a pub the size of an aircraft hangar; that serves every type of beer you can think of, and even some you probably won't have. It's staffed by people who are knowledgeable and passionate about their beer, who can recommend the perfect drink for both connoisseurs and the enthusiastic amateur.
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N/B: As a consequence of the ongoing terrorist threat to the UK mainland CAMRA reserves the right to search any bag brought to the venue and it is strongly recommended that, where possible, bags are left in the cloakroom. Furthermore in order to avoid any disruption to your day's / evening's entertainment could all visitors please ensure that they do not leave any items unattended. We are sure your appreciate the reasoning behind this policy and we look forward to and appreciate your cooperation.
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Learn to taste beer like the experts! Tutored Tastings at the Great British Beer Festival 2008 If you are planning to come to the Great British Beer Festival then why not attend one of our tutored tastings and learn to taste beer like the experts? There are a variety of tastings, taking place in the evening or lunchtime sessions. You will be led through taste, look, style, history and other interesting information about the beers that you try. Tuesday 5th August 6pm CAMRA Champions Tasting Roger Protz Come and taste some CAMRA champions from other national and regional CAMRA competitions. Wednesday 6th August 1.30pm Champion Beer of Britain 2008 Roger Protz Wednesday 6th August 6pm Champion Beer of Britain 2008 Roger Protz Taste categories winners and the current Champion Beer of Britain, hosted by one of the lead judges Roger Protz. Thursday 7th August 1.30pm A Bluffer’s Guide to Real Ale Adrian Tierney-Jones Find out the unique tastes of beer and leave the tasting with your new found knowledge and impress your friends at the pub. Thursday 7th August 6pm A Beer A Day Jeff Evans Jeff’s favourite beers from his new book, which highlights a different beer for each day of the year. Friday 8th August 1.30pm Best from the West Coast USA Ben McFarland and Tom Sandham Ben and Tom authors of Good Beer Guide West Coast USA, highlight their favourite craft beers from America’s West Coast. Friday 8th August 6pm Meet the Brewer Host to be confirmed Some of the UK’s finest brewers guide you on a tasting of their beers as they say ‘This is my brew!’. Places are limited and will be sold on a first-come-first-serve basis! Please note tasting session tickets do not include entry to the Great British Beer Festival, and a festival admission ticket must be purchased in addition to the tasting ticket. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
