BACK by popular demand, Haslemere Beer Festival returns for its 12th year next weekend..

Founded by town resident Simon Labrow, it is a celebration of real ale, cider and perries.

This year’s event at Haslemere Hall, on September 7 and 8, also offers a gin bar at its Saturday sessions, featuring artisan producers from Surrey, Hampshire and West Sussex.

The beer festival supports local charities. The main beneficiary for 2018 is The Prostate Project. It is also assisting Haslemere Community Rugby Club with its new player recruitment initiative.