This year’s edition of the Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival will extend onto the Trent Bridge turf for the first time, with new real ale bars in place on the venue’s historic outfield.

The festival is set to return to the home of Nottinghamshire CCC from Wednesday 9 to Saturday 12 October, with in excess of 600 draught beers and 140 ciders & perries available to sample across the festival site.

Tickets, priced from £16, are available now from trentbridge.co.uk/camra

Patrons will be able to enjoy the beer festival experience from a marquee housed on the field, or take in the scene from the stands, while the ground’s concourse areas and Trent Bridge Inn Courtyard will also continue to feature bars, food stalls, retail outlets and live music.

“We’ve been delighted with the way the character of Trent Bridge has seamlessly blended in with that of the beer festival – but actually moving onto the turf has always been something of a holy grail,” said Nottingham CAMRA's Steve Scrimshaw.

“That field has seen so many historic sporting moments over the years, so we’re sure that cricket-lovers will relish the chance to take in the event from ground level for themselves.

“The extra space also allows us to welcome brews from further afield, including some from the USA, and give visitors something new to sample – and we’re sure that these beers will do their exclusive site justice.”

In excess of 15,000 attendees have visited the festival during each of its previous three editions at Trent Bridge.

This year has seen the introduction of a Season Ticket, allowing access to all four days of festivities, along with a Saturday night ‘Party Night’ ticket for the festival’s finale, which will feature music on two stages and live DJs.

“We’re always seeking ways to make our staging of the Beer Festival bigger and better – and hosting bars on the outfield was the obvious next step,” said Nottinghamshire’s Commercial Director Michael Temple.

“This opportunity to extend the event onto the field will bring something new to the experience for seasoned festivalgoers and regular visitors to Trent Bridge alike.

“It’s really special to see our venue come to life during what were once seen as our quieter months as a cricket venue, so I can’t wait to see the festival take shape again this October.”