TICKETS are now on sale for a much-loved two day beer festival.

Ponteland Beer Festival is back for its 10th anniversary and will be held at the main pitch of the Portland Rugby Club between May 31 and June 1 2024.

After being regarded as one of the major highlights of the local social calendar of the year, the festival promises over 150 real ales, ciders and lagers as well as Pimms, Prosecco and artisan gins. There will also be some delicious local food and live acts.

Organiser, Richard Moller said: "Demand for this year's event has been amazing.

"The support from the local community and sponsors last year was unbelievable and made for an incredible event.

"And, we'll be making sure this year is bigger and better than ever.

"So, we are advising everyone to tell their friends and book their tickets early to avoid disappointment.

"The festival will be hosted on the main pitch at the Portland Rugby Club at the leisure centre running from 3pm - 11pm on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 from 12pm - 11pm.

"Some early-bird tickets are still available at a discounted price for a limited time and all event information is available at www.pontelandbeerfestival.co.uk "