Music has always been a key part of the Beer Festival’s success, and in 2011 we are proud to announce that this aspect of the festival has been kindly sponsored by Sonnox.

We plan to showcase quality acts, rather than trying to cram in many different bands – and we want to make sure that people who are keen on the music will be able to enjoy it, while those who’d rather relax and chat won’t be put out.

And in the evening we’ll move the last act back into the main marquee – further away from the town than last year – to do everything possible not to disturb our neighbours.

Our line-up is as follows (as of 23rd June) but is subject to change:

12.00 noon Cats in the Back Blues
12.45 Tom Handley & Friends Acoustic
1.30 Ashton Curtis Acoustic
2.15 Gin Swing Jazz/Swing
3.20 CNS All Stars Jazz Swing & Rock 'n Roll
4.30 Morris Dancers, 2 teams  Folk Dancing
5.15   Abi Sloan Acoustic
6.00 Dali's Tasche Rock
7.00 1000 Mile Highway Americana
8.10 CNS All-Stars Jazz Swing & Rock 'n Roll
9.00 &
 10.00 Frottage Rock

For the kids, Mr Wizzy will be performing his magic act in the kids tent at 2pm and again at 3.15pm.