Tabatha the Knackered, Horny Wee Devil, Sporran Warmer and Skullsplitter... it can only mean one thing. The Fleetwood Beer Festival is upon us once again!

The three-day festival - organised by the Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre CAMRA branch - will be kicking off at the port's Marine Hall from 7pm till 11pm on Thursday, February 9, with afternoon (from 12pm) and evening sessions (from 7pm) on Friday and Saturday.

Featuring delightful tipples from favourite breweries such as Bowland, Cairgorn, Foxfield, Hart, Harviestoun and Yates the festival - the 24th to be hosted on the Fylde coast - will also feature a variety of bottled beers such as Leifman, Timmerman, Orval and St Bernadus.

Entertainment from Freeloader and the Festival Ceilidh Band will also be on hand. Admission is charged at £3.00 for Friday evening and £1.50 at all other times.

For further information contact The Marine Hall, on The Esplanade, Fleetwood, or telephone 01253 771141.