Sussex Craft Beer Festival Returns To Newhaven This Weekend

Thursday, 28 April 2022 06:00

By Jade McLean

Now in its second year, the Brewhaven Craft Beer Festival returns to Newhaven Fort this weekend (April 30 & May 1).

The two-day event, organised by Newhaven Festival and Visit Lewes, celebrates locally-made craft beers.

Fifteen craft breweries will be offering their wares, including a debut appearance by the 3AM Brewery (pictured) in Newhaven.

Wine and spirits will also be available for the non beer drinkers as well as food from local producers.

The festival is split into three sessions this year - Saturday afternoon, Saturday night, and for the first time, Sunday afternoon.

Councillor James MacCleary, Deputy Leader of Lewes District Council and Newhaven councillor, said:

"With just a short time until the brilliant Brewhaven weekend, there is much excitement and tickets are selling fast so anyone who wants to join the fun should buy theirs now to avoid disappointment.

"Last year's festival was a great success with hundreds of people enjoying themselves at our historic fort and this year promises to be even better with more top-class food and drink, and the bonus of an extra afternoon session too.

"Brewhaven is great for people of all ages, just pick whether the afternoon or evening session suits you and come along to support our unique local breweries."

The two daytime sessions, from 1pm to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday, will be laid back, family-friendly events with the fort's playground open and free craft activities to keep younger visits entertained. The café will be serving soft drinks, ice cream, snacks and sandwiches, while brewers can offer their products under the cover of a Second World War Romney Hut.

At the over 18s-only Saturday night session, which runs from 6pm to 10pm, there will be more fabulous craft beer, great food, music and DJs.

To buy tickets, visit https://www.onlineticketseller.com/events/15355