Dorset Beer Festival

10/07/2026

This time last week, we were wheeling kegs into place, putting the finishing touches to the brewery set-up, and keeping a hopeful eye on the weather.
 
A few hours later, the first pints were being poured in the sunshine, friends were finding their spots and the brewery was settling into the weekend ahead.
 
By Saturday, the site was buzzing: country music ringing out across the brewery, dancers taking to the floor and crowds raising a glass to two epic causes.
 
It was the kind of atmosphere you can’t plan for, only hope for... and thanks to all of you, it delivered in spades. Here’s a look back at a pretty epic few days. 🍻

02/07/2026

TOMORROW... WHO'S READY?!
https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/

LESS THAN 4 WEEKS TO GO ⏳🍻 Dorset Beer Festival is nearly here - and it's going to be bigger and better than ever.

This year, we're pouring 50+ beers & ciders from an incredible line-up including: Badger, Outland, Cranborne Chase Cider, Palmers, Westons, Henry Westons, St Austell, Thatchers, Timothy Taylor's, Hop Back, The Dorset Brewing Company, Cerne Abbas, Mash Gang, Shandy Shack, Lyme Regis Brewery, Eight Arch and Cub, to name a few! 🍺

🎶 Live music from Matthew Taylor, All Funked Up, Route66, Hannah Trim, Buck Wild, Curve Ball and Brother Bots
🍔 Food from Mamma Italia & The Brewery Tap

And best of all. 100% of profits go to:
Julia's House & The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust ❤️

📅 3-4 July
📍 Badger Brewery, Blandford St Mary

🎟️ Don’t wait… tickets are selling fast! Grab yours now. https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets

01/07/2026

🚨 FINAL EARLY BIRD CALL 🚨

Tomorrow at 9am, ticket prices go up. Secure your spot now and save up to 30% on tickets for the Dorset Beer Festival, whether you’re joining us for the Friday evening, Saturday or plan to spend the full weekend in the brewery yard!

Think: live music filling the brewery grounds.
Think: pints with friends in the sunshine.
Think: discovering your next favourite beer between sets.

The countdown is on. Book now and beat the deadline. 🎟️ https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets

29/06/2026

Many people have never heard of an aortic dissection until it affects them, a friend, or a loved one.

The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust works to raise awareness of this life-threatening condition, improve recognition of the signs and symptoms, and support those impacted by it.

We’re proud to be supporting The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust as one of two festival charities, with 100% of profits being donated toward both causes. This charity holds particular significance for us as aortic dissection has affected a member of our team, making the work they do especially close to our hearts.

By joining us at the festival, you’ll be helping to support vital awareness, education and care for patients and families affected by aortic dissection.

Together, we can raise a glass, raise awareness, and make a difference! 🎟️ https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets

22/06/2026

When a child faces a life-limiting condition, the whole family needs support. That's where Julia's House Children's Hospice steps in.

Providing specialist care for children across Dorset, they also give parents, siblings and carers the support, respite and reassurance they need during the toughest times. They're there when families need them most.

That's why we're proud to be donating profits from this year's Dorset Beer Festival to help support their incredible work in our local community.

Grab your tickets and support the cause!
https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets

18/06/2026

Cask, keg or cider? Take your pick 🍺

At the heart of it all, cask is led by our own Badger favourites - joined by a standout line-up from St Austell Brewery, Timothy Taylor's Brewery and Palmers Brewery, alongside names like Hop Back, Cerne Abbas and Sixpenny bringing their own take on tradition to the bar (to name a few).

Over on keg, Outland takes the lead with everything from crisp pilsner to bold IPAs and limited releases - backed up by pours from Lyme Regis Brewery, Folly Road, Eight Arch Brewing Company, Mash Gang and more, keeping things fresh.

And if cider’s calling, the Cranborne Chase Cider Shack has you covered, with everything from crisp draught favourites to farmhouse styles and seasonal twists. Or stick with classics from Thatchers Cider, Westons Cider and Stowford Press instead.

Whatever you’re into, there’ll be plenty to explore across the bars at this year’s Dorset Beer Festival.

📍 Badger Brewery, Blandford
📅 3-4 July

Tickets are live. Grab yours now! https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/

16/06/2026

It’s not just about what’s in the glass 🍺 With the festival landing on 4th July, expect laid-back country vibes through the day… the kind that pair perfectly with a pint in hand and a bit of sun at the brewery (fingers crossed!). 🤠

Friday gets things started, and by Saturday the tempo builds - from easy daytime sessions into full, feel-good festival energy by night. Across the two days, you can enjoy a soundtrack from Matthew Taylor, All Funked Up, Route66, Hannah Trim, Buck Wild, Curve Ball and Brother Bots. 🎶

📍 Badger Brewery, Blandford, DT11 9LS
📅 3-4 July

Grab your tickets now! https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets

10/06/2026

LESS THAN 4 WEEKS TO GO ⏳🍻 Dorset Beer Festival is nearly here - and it's going to be bigger and better than ever.

This year, we're pouring 50+ beers & ciders from an incredible line-up including: Badger, Outland, Cranborne Chase Cider, Palmers, Westons, Henry Westons, St Austell, Thatchers, Timothy Taylor's, Hop Back, The Dorset Brewing Company, Cerne Abbas, Mash Gang, Shandy Shack, Lyme Regis Brewery, Eight Arch and Cub, to name a few! 🍺

🎶 Live music from Matthew Taylor, All Funked Up, Route66, Hannah Trim, Buck Wild, Curve Ball and Brother Bots
🍔 Food from Mamma Italia & The Brewery Tap

And best of all. 100% of profits go to:
Julia's House & The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust ❤️

📅 3-4 July
📍 Badger Brewery, Blandford St Mary

🎟️ Don’t wait… tickets are selling fast! Grab yours now. https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets

05/06/2026

4 weeks until Dorset Beer Festival. Not that we're counting… 👀⁠
The taps are getting ready. 🍺⁠
The sun (hopefully) is too. 🌤️⁠
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And we've got a line-up on the way - hazy IPAs, crisp pilsners, bold stouts, West Coast favourites, and a few easy summer sippers to keep things ticking over.⁠
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Fresh pours. Cold pints. No bad choices.⁠
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Grab your tickets and help us fundraise for The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust and Julia's House. Every ticket and every pint make a difference!⁠ https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets
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🎟️ Friday £5 (entry only) | Saturday £12 | Weekend £15⁠
(Festival cup + programme + pint included)⁠
On-the-day entry subject to availability.

01/06/2026

Two days. One brewery yard. A lot of very good decisions to make. ⁠
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On cask, it's the Badger line-up in full force - familiar favourites like Tangle Foot, Fursty Ferret and Hopping Hare, alongside Golden Champion, Golden Glory and a few you don't always catch in the wild. Plus, seasonal brews, our annual Founder's Day ale, and a sneak peak at our new, limited-edition collaboration beer. ⁠
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Start anywhere. Just don't expect to stop at one. Grab your Dorset Beer Festival tickets now. ⁠https://www.dorsetbeerfestival.co.uk/buy-tickets
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Please Drink Responsibly