Over the years, Dorchester Beerex has raised over £300,000 for local good causes.
Our 37th event will take place in 2026 at the Corn Exchange where there’ll be seating for 100 upstairs, and 50 downstairs at all four sessions. Tickets for the two lunchtime sessions normally sell out very quickly, so why not come to one of the evening sessions? This year there will be an acoustic live music set on the Friday evening, and a full band set on Saturday evening.
Friday 6th February 2026
11:00 – 16:00 no music
18:30 – 23:30 with live acoustic music TBA
Saturday 7th February 2026
11:00 – 16:00 no music
18:30 – 23:30 with live music TBA
Over 18s only. Hot and cold food will be served at all sessions and there are cloakroom facilities.
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Beerex committee Chair Bruce Mead said: “plans for the 2026 Dorchester Beerex are in full swing and we can’t wait to welcome you all to another fantastic event. This year also marks the 50th anniversary of the formation of West Dorset CAMRA and to mark the occasion, we’re hoping to have some very special celebration brews at this year’s festival.”
Bruce Mead, Chair, Dorchester Beerex Chair 2026
