Ross on Wye’s own Beer and Cider Festival is returning this early May Bank Holiday on Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th. Based at Ross Rowing Club and known as “Rossbeerfest” the event opens at midday on Saturday. There is a good mixture of space, indoors and outdoors so when the sun is shining the tables outside by the river are inviting while in the cooler evening the large tented ‘beer hall’ will have heating to help keep the chill away.

Featuring locally brewed beers and ciders, the ever-favourite fruit ciders will return too, together with many new beers to suit all tastes. Craft lager has proved popular so it is hoped to have some of those on tap. Add to that the glittery Prosecco Bar and there is a large range of drinks to try once again. And just to make things perfect there will be the very popular ‘posh’ toilets too!

The outdoor enclosure will be the place to listen to the full programme of bands and musicians on both days. Bands playing include the Forfeits, Rubble, OCD, Under the Covers and Frankie Wesson. All musicians are listed on the website at www.rossbeerfest.org Food will be available and members of the Rowing Club will be providing this, aiming to raise funds for their sport and activities. Tickets for a day have been held at the cost of £5 each which not only provides entry but also a free beer glass and beer guide. Sessions run from 12 noon – 11pm on Saturday and 12 noon – 10pm on Sunday. The Rossbeerfest is a Charity event, organised jointly by Ross on Wye Lions and Rotary Clubs with the support of many local volunteers and for the benefit of the local community. We love our jovial suggestion “drink beer or cider (or prosecco) for Charity!”.