BREWERIES and distilleries based near the University of Reading will be celebrated at its inaugural drinks festival on May 26 and 27.
The Neck of the Woods will offer a wide range of beers and ciders from more than a dozen local businesses, as well as wines from Stanlake Park Wine Estate in Twyford and gins from the Henley Distillery.
A new gluten free pilsner, brewed exclusively for the university by Siren Craft Brew in Wokingham, will also be served, along with non-alcoholic drinks.
The festival will be held in Park House and neighbouring Eat at the Square on the Whiteknights campus.
Matt Tebbit, head of bars and dining at the University of Reading, said: “We are proud to work closely with local food and drink suppliers, with the majority of the beers served in our university bars only travelling only a few miles to get there.
“As a university that wants to support our community and is serious about environmental sustainability, welcoming people onto campus for a truly local drinks festival makes sense.”
Beers will be provided by suppliers including: Siren Craft Brew, Phantom Brewing Co, Double-Barrelled, Stardust Brewery, Renegade Brewery, Tap Social Movement, Two Flints Brewery, Disruption is Brewing and Windsor & Eton Brewery.
Tickets are £12 for general admission and £10 for staff and students. Entry includes one free drink and a unique craft beer glass designed in partnership with Siren Craft Brew.
For more information, visit: www.store.reading.ac.uk
