Beer & Music Festivalat Mid Norfolk Railway

Since 2012, the Mid-Norfolk Railway’s annual fundraising Beer Festival has been a must-attend event for ale and cider lovers alike. We’re delighted to announce its return for 2025, bigger and better than ever!

Join us over the August Bank Holiday for a celebration of real ales and ciders from across the country, alongside the very best from local breweries. Enjoy your drink in a unique setting, with bars at our stations and even on board our trains.

Trains & Services

A special timetable will be running all weekend, featuring:

Steam, Diesel, and Pacer trains in service across all four days

Late evening trains on Friday and Saturday

Services marked Loco hauled by Steam or Diesel engines; others will be operated by Pacer or Railcar

It’s the perfect way to sample great drinks while soaking up the atmosphere of heritage rail travel.

Bars

Dereham Main Bar: Friday–Sunday, 11am–11pm (Monday until 6pm)

Thuxton & Kimberley Park Station Bars: Open during train service hours (Card only)

On-Train Bars: Serving throughout your journey

All drinks will be served via a token system. Simply purchase a set of beer tokens, grab your festival cup, and exchange tokens for drinks at any bar—onboard or at the stations. Buying in advance is the best value!

Important Info

Challenge 25 policy applies – please bring valid ID.

Abuse of staff or volunteers will not be tolerated.

The festival supports the Mid-Norfolk Railway, helping us preserve and operate this much-loved heritage line.

Come for the beer, stay for the trains, and be part of one of Norfolk’s most loved summer traditions.

Fares - Advance Tickets

Save Time & Money – Book in Advance!
Purchase your Beer & Music Festival tickets online at a special discounted rate and enjoy faster entry on the day with our quick and easy QR code check-in.