Sunderland’s Sheepfolds Stables is set to host its first Craft Beer Festival on December 13-14.
The free event, starting at noon each day, will bring together craft beers from the likes of McColl’s, Northern Monk, Tooth & Claw, Vaux, Full Circle, Play Brew Co and Theakstons – as well as other smaller, independent brewers.
A variety of stalls and mobile units will be serving beers outside in the courtyard areas – and The Taproom and Back of the Pit bars will also feature a range of draught beers, bottles and seasonal brews from North East-based breweries in addition to Sheepfolds’ own Pit Pony lager. Other drinks, as well as food from independent vendors, will also be available.
Nigel Wood, general manager of Sheepfolds Stables, said: “Similar in style to Oktoberfest events but smaller in size, our first beer festival is a great way for people to embrace the festivities and sample some of the best craft beers currently on the market. We’re hoping that it will be a popular few days with many people visiting and maybe finding a new favourite tipple.
“It’s also a great way for us to support local producers, and in line with our own ethos, we are delighted to welcome beers from smaller independent microbreweries too. The event is free so we’re hoping many people will come along as it could become the start of an annual event.”
