Trains to Chester Craft Beer Festival
Chester Craft Beer Festival takes place at The Carriage Shed, an open-air multipurpose venue in Chester. There are plenty of ways to get there, making it quick and easy to get stuck into the fun.
Travelling by train is one of the most effective ways to get to the festival. The Carriage Shed is located just next to Chester station, around a 2-minute walk away. Avanti West Coast services run frequently to Chester from destinations like London Euston, Crewe and Holyhead.
Located in the city centre, the festival is also easy to reach by bus. The City Rail Link bus service runs every 6 minutes to the city centre. It even stops at the train station. The closest bus stations to The Carriage Shed are on City Road and Station Road.
You could also opt to drive to the Chester Craft Beer Fest. Drivers will enjoy easy access to the site from the M53, M56, A55 and A41. Parking is available at a nearby NCP car park within walking distance. Be aware that roads and car parks may be busier than usual due to the festivities.
What to do at Chester Craft Beer Festival
The biggest focus of Chester Craft Beer Festival is, of course, enjoying delicious beers from far and wide. The festival provides an array of unique brews and craft beers to sample. You can even chat with brewers to learn more about how the beers are made and where they come from.
There are plenty of other drinks options if beer isn’t your thing. Discover tasty cocktails, gin bars, cider and bubbles. No beer festival would be complete without delicious food. Stroll the site to find something delicious to suit your taste as you soak up the sounds of the festival’s live entertainment.
This lively event is perfect for beer enthusiasts and those looking for a fun-filled day out in Chester. Come along and enjoy the choice of around 100 different UK beers.
About Chester Craft Beer Festival
2025’s Chester Craft Beer Festival will be the event’s 6th year. The popular, growing festival will be held on Saturday 17th May, with an early session at 11.30am to 4pm and a late session from 5pm to 9.30pm.
Tickets cost just £12.50 and should be purchased in advance. Gather a group of friends or family to plan a great day out. To avoid disappointment, get them quickly - the event sells out year after year.
The Chester Craft Beer Festival is an unmissable event, so grab your tickets and join locals and tourists alike for a day of fun and great beer.
Ways to save on your train ticket to Chester Craft Beer Festival
Saving money on your train to Chester means even more money to enjoy the festival with. Avanti West Coast has a ton of innovative ways for lowering the cost of your train tickets.
One super simple way is to book train travel in advance. As soon as the Chester Craft Beer Festival’s dates have been confirmed, it’s a good idea to book rail tickets. Booking as early as possible with an Advance Ticket ensures you’re getting the best price possible. You can even set up a Priority Ticket Alert to be reminded ahead of time.
Purchasing and using a Railcard is another effective way to lower train fare costs. Simply select the card type that applies best to you and purchase it for £30 a year. You’ll then benefit from a saving of 1/3 on rail travel. This is a great option for frequent travellers.
You could also choose to travel off-peak. Booking an Off-Peak Ticket means cheaper travel and quieter carriages, so you can sit back and relax before joining in with the fun at the festival.
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