·       City’s ever-popular Beerfest returns to Guildhall Yard to raise funds for The Lord Mayor’s Appeal

·       Festival welcomes 13 brewers - between them, offering 55 beers - to the City of London’s historic square on 2 July

·       City Corporation partners with Brewers’ Company of Brewers for one of the most popular events in the Square Mile’s calendar

 

Returning for its 12th year, the hugely popular City Beerfest will be held in the City of London’s historic Guildhall Yard on Thursday 2 July from 12.30pm to 9pm.

The festival will feature 13 brewers, food stalls offering hot food (including halal, vegetarian, and vegan options), and live music and games – all of it taking place on the site above London’s second-century Roman amphitheatre.

Over 55 beers will be available - including non-alcoholic, low alcohol, and gluten-free beers – to be savoured from the commemorative City Beerfest glasses handed out with customers’ beer tokens (see below).

Tickets for City Beerfest have gone ‘live’ today (7 May) with three ticket options – visit www.thecityofldn.com/city-beerfest

EARLY BIRD - 20% discount (available from 7 May 2:30pm to 11 June 10am):

·        Early Bird Individual Beer Package: £16 – includes entry, four beer tokens (four half pints), and one City Beerfest glass.

·        Early Bird Group Offer – 10 beer packages for the price of nine: £144 – includes entry, four beer tokens (four half pints), and one City Beerfest glass each for 10 people.

·        Early Bird Additional Token: £2.8 - includes one additional half pint.

ADVANCE - 10% discount (available from 11 June 10am to 1 July 12pm):

·        Advance Individual Beer Package: £18.00 - includes entry, four beer tokens (four half pints), and one City Beerfest glass.

·        Standard Additional Token: £3.15 – includes one additional half pint.

·        Standard Group Offer – 10 packages for the price of nine: £162.00 - includes entry, four beer tokens (four half pints), and one City Beerfest glass each for 10 people.

STANDARD (available on 2 July from 12:30pm, on-site only):

·        Standard Individual Beer Package: £20.00 - includes entry, four beer tokens (four half pints), and one City Beerfest glass.

·        Standard Additional Token: £3.50 – includes one additional half pint.

City Beerfest has become one of the most popular events in the Square Mile’s calendar, bringing together City workers, residents, and visitors, with all profits donated to The Lord Mayor’s Appeal in its aim to create better opportunities for people to work, thrive, and prosper in our vibrant city. More info: The Lord Mayor's Appeal - City of London

Delivered by the City of London Corporation, in partnership with the Worshipful Company of Brewers, this year’s City Beerfest is sponsored by Hempsons and Culture Mile BID, with support from City A.M., Central London Alliance, and Cask Marque.

Chair of the City of London Corporation’s Culture, Heritage, and Libraries Committee, Brendan Barns, said:

“Cultural experiences, a rich heritage offering, and a reputation for warm hospitality have long defined the Square Mile as a destination of choice, which is why events like City Beerfest play such an important role in bringing the City to life.

“Now established as one of our most popular events, you’re raising funds for charity while you’re raising your glass... so what better reason do you need to come to this historic Yard of ale and enjoy a few pints, live music and hopefully, some sunshine?”

Clerk to the Brewers’ Company, Nick Tindal, said:

“The Brewers’ Company is delighted that so many of our member breweries are, once again, supporting the City Beerfest to raise money for The Lord Mayor’s Appeal.

“For over 600 years, we have made sure that the people of London have access to great beer, and this event in the heart of the City is a fantastic way to continue this long tradition. I would encourage everyone to come along and sample the wonderful array of beers that will be available.”

The City of London Corporation is one of the largest funders of heritage and cultural activities in the UK, investing over £145m every year. It manages a range of world-class cultural and heritage institutions, including the Barbican Centre, Tower Bridge, Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Guildhall Library, Guildhall Art Gallery and London’s Roman Amphitheatre, The London Archives, and Keats House.

It also supports the London Symphony Orchestra, based at the Barbican Centre, and the new London Museum, which will open later this year.

ENDS

Notes to editors:

About the City of London Corporation:

The City of London Corporation is the governing body of the Square Mile dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City, supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally successful UK. www.cityoflondon.gov.uk

About the Brewers’ Company:

The Worshipful Company of Brewers, or Brewers' Company as it is more generally known, is one of the ancient Livery Companies of the City of London. Once responsible for governing the beer trade in London, the Company today remains closely connected to the brewing industry through its members.

The Brewers’ Company is active in promoting the brewing industry by providing a meeting place and facilities for member companies and a forum for social contact for those within the industry and associated organisations, as well as promoting education and training in the brewing sector. In common with many Livery Companies, the Brewers' Company has inherited responsibility for several charitable Foundations and Trusts over the years. Its charities, which between them distribute around £2.5 million annually, support over 30 schools, as well as awarding grants principally focusing on young people and the needy. www.brewershall.co.uk

About The Lord Mayor’s Appeal:

The Lord Mayor’s Appeal is the charitable heart of the City of London’s Mayoralty. It aims to build a Better City for All and champion a City that Cares through partnerships and fundraising events, creating better opportunities for people to work and thrive and prosper in our vibrant city.

For more information, visit TheLordMayorsAppeal.org 
Follow on LinkedIn and Instagram: The Lord Mayor’s Appeal  

Registered Charity No. 1148976

Participating breweries in 2026 are: Mc Mullen and Son’s, Damm 1876 Ltd., Harbour Brewing Company, Hook Norton, Ossett Brewery, Shepherd Neame, Sleeman, Thornbridge, Timothy Taylors, Warsteiner Brauerei, Windsor & Eton Brewery and London-based Meantime Brewing Company and The Five Points Brewing Company.