Barrels of fun, feasting, live music and motors.
9, 10 & 11 May 2025
Celebrating the season
Barrels of beer, full on food, brilliant bands and magnificent motors.
Ludlow Spring Festival is a vibrant celebration of great food, drink and live entertainment - all against the backdrop of Ludlow Castle. Come along and explore the finest beers from the regions independent brewers, whilst we entertain you with our sterling line-up of live music comedy, talks and tastings, family activities and the Marches Transport Festival.
INDIE BEER at LUDLOW spring Festival
The biggest and best beer festival in the Marches region
NEW for 2025… Ludlow Spring Festival is delighted to be supporting the INDIE BEER CAMPAIGN, recently launched by SIBA (Society of Independent Brewers and Associates), showcasing the best beers from UK’s independent brewers.
Plus: CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale, have invited us to host two regional finalist rounds of the Champion Beer of Britain Competition!
Come and sample them for yourself – there’s a range to suit all tastes including ever-popular Cask and Craft Keg beers. You may well discover a new favourite!
Whats on at the festival
Music, Talks and Kids activities
Get ready to be entertained by live performances by local musicians and bands, comedy, talks & tipples and fun for all the family.
Live Music
Live music from a talented line-up of local musicians, from folk to rock ‘n’ roll, there will be something for everyone to enjoy whilst you enjoy the craft ales in the Festival Pub!
Exhibitors & Vendors
A showcase of creative producers and vendors from across the Marches.
Tempt your taste buds with delicious festival food across the weekend, with all tastes catered for including vegetarian and vegan options. With a wide range of exhibitors here all weekend you can take a taste of Ludlow home with you.
Kids Activities
Music, Mayhem, Crafts and More!
Bring the whole family and explore our Kids activities. Children can join a variety of free workshops and be wowed by our circus, sure to bring giggles to all ages!
Visit our Giant Festival Pub!
Drink in the atmosphere at our giant Festival Pub
The heart of Spring Festival and arguably the Midlands’ biggest pub - our Festival Pub is home to plentiful cask and craft keg beers, plus ciders, perries, wines, soft drinks and cocktails aplenty. Stock up on beer tokens and enjoy a drink with friends as you groove away to the live music!
marches transport festival
A spectacular display of classic and vintage cars
The Marches Transport Festival is a spectacular gathering of over 100 classic and vintage vehicles, all in the picturesque setting of Ludlow Castle. From pre-war to modern classic vehicles, get a closer look at the motors, chat to their owners and hear their stories.
SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS
Many thanks to our sponsors and supporters
Three fantastic festivals
12, 13 & 14 September 2025
Showcasing independent food and drink producers from the Marches. Embracing contemporary food trends & innovations.
9, 10 & 11 May 2025
Barrels of real ale, live music, talks, food and drink, kids' activities and a host of classic vehicles.
Sunday 10 August 2025
Ramble through the rolling countryside surrounding Ludlow and enjoy delicious food and drink from the region's producers.