Long Ashton
Beer & Cider
Festival

Sat 26 Sep 2026 • 4pm–11pm

9 BEERS 5 CIDERS 4 BANDS HOT FOOD
Get Tickets · £15

Limited online tickets – don't miss out

Includes your first drink, commemorative glass & programme. Also available from Long Ashton Post Office from 1 September (cash only).

Brewed and Pressed in the South West

The Beers

A hand-picked selection of real ales from some of the South West's finest breweries

Badgworth Brewhouse Bason Bridge Brewing Co Bristol Beer Factory Butcombe Brewing Co Cheddar Ales Hop Union Brewery Twisted Oak Brewery Uley Brewery Wookey Brewing Co

The Ciders

From orchard to glass: a carefully chosen range of West Country ciders

Branch Cider Honey's Cider Nailsea Cider Severn Cider Worley's Cider

Breweries and cider makers shown here attended last year — many are expected to return in 2026. Full selection to be confirmed.

Live Music

Four acts bringing soul, funk, blues, Americana and more to the Village Hall stage

Total Clusterfunk performing live
Headline Act

Total Clusterfunk

A Bristol soul-funk 8-piece with a stellar show. Comprising former members of Roni Size and Reprazent, The Federation and Massive Attack, they bring pure energy to the stage — mixing brass-heavy funk classics, smooth soul gems and tight original tunes that are sure to get you moving.

"Blast your blues away with one of the best brass sections you'll hear all year!"

Steve Henwood — Glastonbury Festivals & The Bell Inn, Bath
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Steve Payne performing live

SP3 Blues Trio

Legendary Bristol bluesman Steve Payne and guitarist Lyndon Webb, together with Yardbirds and Nine Below Zero harp man Billyboy Miskimmin — world class blues and boogie from three of the UK's finest exponents.

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The Shrinks

The Shrinks

England's premier exponents of 'Avonicana' — where the mighty Mississippi meets the muddy Avon. More Cotham than Country, The Shrinks offer an off-kilter cocktail of original songs and Americana covers played with vim.

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Hester Miller performing with her ukulele

Hester Miller

A regular at open mic nights around Bristol, the Malago-go Music Club and Victoria Park Festival. Hester brings a fabulous voice, wonderful ukulele playing and a warmth that fills any room.

Food

The Market Kitchen
Hot food from the Market Kitchen

The Market Kitchen

Our regular caterers are back by popular demand. Excellent home-cooked food at sensible prices, freshly prepared by a local team. The perfect companion to a pint (or three). Menu to be announced.

Supporting our community

The Long Ashton Beer & Cider Festival has been running since 2013, and all proceeds go towards the Long Ashton Community Association, the charitable body that maintains and develops the Community Centre and the wide range of services it provides to local residents.

When you buy a ticket, you're not just signing up for a great evening, you're helping keep the heart of Long Ashton beating. Thank you.

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Get in Touch

Got a question about the festival? We'd love to hear from you.

contact@labf.org.uk

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Our Sponsors

With thanks to the local businesses who make this festival possible

Alexander May Bikesmiths Long Ashton Holotronica Ltd. Invest SouthWest Keeds Farm Flowers King Sound Reinforcement Long Ashton Barbering Co. Long Ashton Village Shop & PO The Angel Inn The Bird in Hand The Little Tipple The Miners' Rest The Old Library W H Cole & Son

Long Ashton Beer & Cider Festival 2026. All proceeds support the Long Ashton Community Association