Places

The British summertime. Cricket, cream teas and the seaside are just a few of the things inextricable linked to this time of year. 

And don't forget warm beer!!

What better way is there to celebrate this time of year than to head down to your local beer festival?  Not only is it a great opportunity for some light refreshment, but also an opportunity to tickle your taste buds with unusual brews from around Britain and from across the world?

There are a plethora of beer festivals across Essex and throughout the next few months we'll be visiting a number of them to bring you a flavour of what is taking place, what beers are proving popular and to meet some of the people taking part in the events.

We'd also like to here from you.  What do you think are the best beer festivals to visit around the county? And what makes a good beer festival?