YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER FESTIVAL

Cropton Beer Fest 2024

Listen up, beer lovers - here's a festival that's actually thought things through. Instead of watching your mate nurse the same half pint all night (because they're driving), Cropton Beer Fest 2024 is offering you a field to pitch your tent in. That's right - from November 15th to 17th, you can sample all the craft beers, ciders, and fancy lagers you fancy, then stumble back to your tent instead of trying to convince a taxi driver you know where you live. And with camping starting at twelve quid a night, you can spend the taxi fare on more beer. Now that's what we call smart thinking.

Cropton Beer Fest 2024

What's the deal then?

Right, let's talk about proper festival camping - you know, the kind where you're close enough to the beer tent that you don't need Google Maps to find your way back. Cropton's sorted three different packages, all designed around how serious you are about your beer sampling.

The damage

Here's what your wallet needs to know:

The Taster (£12pp)

  • One night's camping
  • Festival entry
  • Perfect for lightweights (we're not judging)

The Enthusiast (£24pp)

  • Two nights under canvas
  • Friday and Saturday entry
  • For those who know one day isn't enough

The Professional (£32pp)

  • Full weekend camping (Friday to Sunday)
  • All festival sessions included
  • Special "Sup Up Sunday" access
  • For those who treat beer tasting as an Olympic sport

But what about facilities?

Let's be honest - it's basic. You've got:

  • Toilets (actual ones, not just trees)
  • Running water
  • A field And that's about it. But let's face it, you're here for the beer, not glamping.

Why camp though?

Three very good reasons:

  1. No designated driver needed
  2. Your tent's stumbling distance from the beer tent
  3. You won't miss a single band (or beer)

Worth noting...

  • Book through Pitchup.com
  • Pick your package in the Extras section
  • Keep an eye on their Facebook for updates
  • They'll be announcing more beers and bands soon
  • Food vendors will be there (thank goodness)

The verdict?

"It's camping, but with better beer than you've ever had at a campsite. And for these prices, you can afford to try them all. Well, maybe not all..."

Who's it for?

Perfect for:

  • Beer enthusiasts
  • Festival lovers
  • People who don't mind basic camping
  • Anyone who thinks tasting notes are more important than thread count

Not ideal for:

  • Luxury campers
  • People who think Carling is craft beer

Pro tips

  • Book early (good beer festivals fill up fast)
  • Bring a torch (finding your tent after sampling is an adventure)
  • Pack hangover supplies (trust us)
  • Follow their Facebook page for the latest updates

Final thoughts

Whether you're in it for one night or the full weekend, Cropton Beer Fest 2024 is shaping up to be proper good value. Basic camping? Yes. Amazing beer? Also yes. Sometimes that's all you need.

Just remember - what goes in must come out, and those toilets are basic. Plan accordingly. 🍻