Festival Volunteers

What jobs can I do?

There are many roles that you can volunteer to help with, all of which are equally important; not only when the festival is underway, but also in its planning and setting up stage. The roles we need volunteers for are listed below. To view role descriptions, click on those which include links.

Management Roles:

Festival Organiser*
Deputy Festival Organiserr*
Financial Controller*
Membership Officer*
Staffing Managers*
Sponsorship & Marketing Manager*
Catering Officer
Health & Safety Manager*
Festival Site Manager*
Bar & Cellar Managers (For beer & cider)

Operational Roles:

Beer Ordering / Collection*
Setting up and taking down equipment, bars, stillage etc.
Entrance staff – checking tickets, membership cards and ID (under 21), issuing glasses, festival programme and tokens
Finance staff – taking payment (cash and card) for entrance tickets and beer tokens
Entrance & Security Manager*
Bar Staff
Collecting & washing glasses

Roles marked with an asterisk* are already filled for the 2027 festival but volunteers are welcome for future events.

FAQs

Do I get paid?	No, but you are rewarded with beer tokens to use at the festival.
Do I need to have experience of working at a beer festival?	Not at all. You'll be given basic training in the role you have volunteered for and your fellow volunteers or a supervisor will always be on hand if you are stuck.
How many shifts to I have to work?	Volunteers in management roles will be expected to work the majority of shifts, except were cover is available. Other volunteers can choose the number of shifts they want to work.
What should I wear?	Volunteers in management roles will be expected to work the majority of shifts, except were cover is available. Other volunteers can choose the number of shifts they want to work.
Is transport provided to and from the venue?	No, you would be expected to make your own way. The shifts are all within most public transport times.
Is food available?	Yes, there will be a food outlet on site and if you work two or more consecutive shifts, you will be provided with a meal voucher.
Can I drink during my shift?	Yes, you are welcome to enjoy a drink in moderation.
Do I get a break during my shift.	Yes, breaks will be included within your shift.
Do volunteers have to be CAMRA members	So if you want to bring a non-member friend along, please let us know.