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15th SPA Valley Railway Beer Festival

Name: 15th SPA Valley Railway Beer Festival
Start: 2026-10-15T12:00
End: 2026-10-18T18:00
Location: SPA Valley Railway

A celebration of real ales, ciders, live music, and heritage steam trains.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 – Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Europe/London) SPA Valley Railway Tunbridge Wells , Kent

All aboard for the 15th SPA Valley Railway Beer Festival! This highly anticipated event returns to Tunbridge Wells West Station, offering a unique blend of heritage rail travel and craft beverage appreciation. With over 230 real ales and 40 Kent green hop beers on offer, visitors can enjoy a fantastic selection of drinks while listening to live bands. Experience the perfect day out combining the charm of steam trains with a vibrant festival atmosphere.

What to Expect

A lively festival atmosphere set against the backdrop of a historic railway station with extensive drink options.

Who Should Attend

Beer enthusiasts
Real ale fans
Railway enthusiasts
Music lovers
Local community

Agenda Overview

The festival runs from October 15 to October 18, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM daily.

Venue & Address

SPA Valley Railway

West Station
Tunbridge Wells , Kent – TN2 5QY
United Kingdom

Organizer

Thanet CAMRA · Organization

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) branch hosting the festival.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the festival?

October 15-18, 2026.

Where is it held?

SPA Valley Railway, West Station, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5QY.

What drinks are available?

Over 230 real ales and 40 Kent green hop beers.

Is there live music?

Yes, live bands will be performing throughout the festival.

Can I ride the trains?

Yes, the festival features heritage steam train rides.

Who hosts the event?

Hosted by Thanet CAMRA.