A BEER festival is being held this weekend (Friday and Saturday, May 6 and 7) at Mansion House with funds raised going to Age UK.

There will be 40 guest ales, ciders and lagers, as well as burgers, hot dogs and live entertainment.

The festival is open from 6.30pm until late tomorrow (Friday) and from noon until late on Saturday (May 7). Tickets, costing £6, are on sale at The Mansion House, Victoria Park, in City Road or by calling 752644.