When is it on?
Wednesday
9th April 2025
6pm – 11pm
Thursday
10th April 2025
12pm-11pm
Friday
11th April 2025
12pm – 11pm
Saturday
12th April 2025
12pm – 7pm
How to Find us?
You can find us on the First Floor of Northumbria Students Union, Its a brief walk from Haymarket Metro & Bus Station There are no parking facilities on site, However nearby sites can be found here
What3Words : https://w3w.co/punchy.slang.brave
This what3words address refers to a 3 metre square location.
How much does it cost?
Admission is £8 (£3 discount for CAMRA Members) (Early bird ticket holders got an additional £2 discount, Check next January for the 2025 festival!)
Glass Hire is £2 (Its yours to keep, or return it in good condition for a refund)
Tokens will be priced at £2.25 for a half of ale/ cider that less than 6% / 7% abv respectively, Thirds only beyond this ABV.
You can swap two. tokens for three third tokens if you’d like to sample ale/ cider that less than 6% / 7% abv respectively as thirds
Quick Start Package – Admission, Glass & 4 Tokens only £19
Early Bird Discounts
We welcome Contactless Card Payments, As well as Cash.
Not a CAMRA Member? Why not join at the Festival.
£3 Reduction off admission, 2 Free Pints, Check out https://join.camra.org.uk/ to see what else is included
(Don’t Join online, join at the festival for the extra perks!)
Whats on?
Beers
Local breweries from Tyneside and Northumberland have been invited to create either a Golden Ale or an entirely novel beer, adding a unique twist to the festivities.
Notable breweries, including Camper Van Brewery from Edinburgh
Hawkshead Brewing from Cumbria showcasing the first-ever pouring of Damson Saison for National Damson Day
Tiny Rebel Brewery from Newport Wales presenting a range of Chocolate beers for the Easter-themed event, will be among the highlights.
Ciders & Perries
A diverse selection of a broad range of Cider and Perry
Recongised by CAMRAs National Cider officers as a excellent range and selection
Wednesday
Doors 6pm –
Last Admission 9pm
Last Orders 10:15pm*
TBC
Thursday
Doors 12pm
Last Admission 9pm
Last Orders 10:15pm*
Brad Thompson – Returning to the Festival
Armed with his guitar, loop pedals, and
infectious personality, Bradley Thompson is
a must-see act.
Expect:
Classic rock, modern indie, and even 2000s
dance hits, seamlessly worked into an
interactive and entertaining set.
Undercover Duo – Festival Debut
An acoustic duo bringing timeless classics
from the 60s to today, featuring:
Oasis | Bowie | Foo Fighters | Glen Campbell
| REM | Pulp (…and probably more Bowie!)
Hat Day Come dressed in style and express yourself with headwear of your choice, lacking inspiration? our lovely friends at St Oswalds will be able to hook you up with a hat from their fine assortment
Friday
Doors 12pm
Last Admission 9pm
Last Orders 10:15pm*
The Missing Cats Duo
A North-based duo with a range that
beggars belief!
100% acoustic covers of:
Queen | The Killers | A-ha | The Black
Keys | Springsteen | The Who | Bon Jovi |
Stereophonics & more!
Tom Taylor – Festival Debut
A live bar singer based in Newcastle Upon
Tyne, Tom Taylor captivates audiences with
a versatile setlist spanning:
Lynyrd Skynyrd | Creedence Clearwater
Revival | George Ezra | Jake Bugg & more!
Saturday
Doors 12pm
Last Admission 5pm
Last Orders 6:15pm*
Rich Gilroy
Former festival headliner with his band Hot
Sauce Trio, Rich Gilroy returns to the festival
with a solo set packed with funk-infused
classics from across the decades.
A talented singer, guitarist, and all-around
entertainer, Rich’s performances always deliver
energy, style, and crowd-pleasing favourites.
And if you ever need a paintbrush instead of a
plectrum—he’s handy with that too!
Former festival headliner with his band Hot
Sauce Trio, Rich Gilroy returns to the festival
with a solo set packed with funk-infused
classics from across the decades.
A talented singer, guitarist, and all-around
entertainer, Rich’s performances always deliver
energy, style, and crowd-pleasing favourites.
And if you ever need a paintbrush instead of a
plectrum—he’s handy with that too!
Blistered Molly
A powerhouse female-fronted rock band
from the North East, Blistered Molly delivers
electrifying performances with a mix of
classic rock anthems.
Lead singer Ash has been a solo performer
in the region for nearly 20 years before
forming the band in 2015, joining forces with
some of the North East’s finest musicians to
create an unforgettable full-band experience.
With a dynamic rhythm section and
blistering lead guitar, they add their own twist to
rock classics. Over the years, they’ve built a loyal
following, touring across the UK and Ireland and
sharing the stage with artists such as Toploader,
The Jam, Simple Minds (XSM), and Reef.
Expect huge rock anthems from:
Guns N’ Roses | AC/DC | Led Zeppelin | The
Rolling Stones | Free & more!
Last Orders indicates when an annouced “Last orders at the Bar” which will run for 15 minutes, at which “Time at the Bar” will be called,
Bar service will cease. giving 30 minutes of drinking up time and time for glass returns etc.