Welcome to the Ripon Rugby Club Beer Festival!
After another unforgettable festival last year, we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who came along and made it such a success. The atmosphere, the drinks and the community spirit were outstanding, and we couldn't have done it without our amazing supporters.
The 8th Ripon Rugby Beer Festival takes place on Saturday 26th June 2027, and we're gearing up for our biggest celebration yet. We're thrilled to welcome Huge back to the stage, alongside a brilliant line-up of live music to keep the party going all day long. Expect a fantastic range of craft beers and ciders, mouth-watering food and fun entertainment for all ages.
We're very grateful to our sponsors and the dedicated volunteers who make the festival possible every year. Their hard work and enthusiasm are what bring the day to life.
Tickets are expected to sell quickly, so spread the word, round up your friends and family, and book your spot early. Join us for another great day in the best beer garden in Ripon. Cheers to 2027!
Please note that the bars are cashless. You can buy tokens on the day to use at the bars throughout the festival.
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Beer! You can't have a beer festival without it! The Yorkshire cask ales will be as varied as last year, with the way being led by Theakstons. There will also be a wide selection of lagers and ciders for you to choose from.
All things not beer - PIMMS PIMMS and more PIMMS! Again this year Pimms will have its own bar and we are already stock piling the cases of Prosecco, Gin & Wine.
There will also be a wide selection of lagers and ciders for you to choose from, including a full range of alcohol free and gluten free drinks.
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We'll have a great mix of food stalls this year, all chosen with quality in mind to tempt your taste buds. We're still finalising our vendors, but you can expect burgers, pizzas, wraps and plenty more to keep everyone well fed throughout the day. If you fancy a break from the bar, there'll be coffee and cake too, plus a good selection of soft drinks and snacks to keep the kids happy.
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It may be a beer festival, but after last year we think everyone would agree it's a brilliant family day out too. With live music playing all afternoon and loads of open space for the kids to run around and play in, there's something for everyone. The bouncy castles and inflatables are back to keep the little ones entertained, so grab a drink, find your spot on the grass and make a day of it.
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We've picked the live music to keep you entertained all day, and we're delighted to welcome HUGE back to the stage as our headline act. Joining them are Indie Scene Proposal and the country vibes of Sleightly Sober, along with a great mix of other bands and solo artists. On top of that, a DJ will keep the tunes going all day, and the silent disco is back, so you've got the perfect soundtrack for a day in the sunshine.
Sponsors
If you would like to sponsor the event please get in touch with Andy Bruce or Nik Hill
sponsorship@riponrugby.org
Sponsorship
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Bronze
Barrel sponsor - Mention in programme and a shout out on socials
£130 Silver
Bar / Band sponsorship – ¼ page advert in the programme & 4 FREE Adult Tickets
£300Gold
Bespoke package – ½ page advert in the programme & 10 FREE Adult Tickets
£600Platinum
Bespoke package – Full page advert in the programme & FREE tickets
£TBC
The festival is run to raise money for our fantastic rugby club (and, of course, for us all to have a great time). Thanks to the support of sponsors and festival-goers in previous years, we've been able to upgrade our floodlights to match standard, replace the pitch-side fencing and, most recently, refurbish the changing rooms. We've got more plans to improve the club's facilities, and every sponsor helps us make them happen, so your support is really appreciated. Sponsorship packages start at £130 to sponsor a barrel.
Please contact Andy Bruce or Nik Hill if you feel you can help.
sponsorship@riponrugby.org
Volunteers
To make the day a big success we need an army of volunteers to help run the day. If you can spare a few hours during the beer festival weekend then please get in touch with Paul Blood.
Location: Ripon Rugby Club,
Mallorie Park, Ripon,
North Yorkshire, HG4 2QD