CAMRA Trade Event launches with expert industry panels, top quality beer and networking opportunities
Tickets for the Great British Beer Festival’s new look trade event, taking place at the NEC Birmingham on Tuesday 5 August, are now available.
Entry is free for people working in the beer and pub trade.
As well as the usual top-quality beers, ciders and award announcements, the trade event features networking opportunities and a conference programme of talks and industry panels from established and rising stars in the wider industry.
Highlights of the industry conference include:
Jonny Garrett, Craft Beer Channel founder, on his Keep Cask Alive campaign
Emma McClarkin OBE (BBPA) and Andy Slee (SIBA) on the Government’s ongoing Access to Market Review
Kate Nicholls OBE (UKHospitality) on evolving consumer trends
Ben Gibbs (Sober Boozers Club) and Alix Blease (Lallemand) on tapping into the low and no alcohol revolution.
Adam Gent, Organiser of the Great British Beer Festival, said:
“It’s our usual trade day but bigger and better, with an industry conference running alongside the normal free entry, Champion Beer of Britain announcement, Discovery Bar and festival atmosphere.
“This year, I’m especially pleased that we’re discussing growth in no and low beers, as we’ve worked hard on an expanded range for the festival, showing our commitment to quality and choice for all consumers."
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Notes to editors:
The trade session at the Great British Beer Festival runs from 12:00 to 17:00 on Tuesday 5 August.
See our Trade Conference programme here.
Submit Trade Ticket applications (subject to approval) here.
The Great British Beer Festival takes place from 5-9 August 2025 at the NEC Birmingham. More information and general admission tickets are here.
