Event Review: Hull Minster Beer Festival 2026
Members of Phoenix Lodge were among the many who enjoyed the 2026 Hull Minster Beer Festival, and the event more than lived up to its reputation as one of the region’s standout celebrations of local beer and community.
This year’s festival continued its strong commitment to showcasing the best of the region’s brewing talent. Breweries such as Atom, Aitchesons, Docks Beers, Jazz Brew Co, Wold Top, Brass Castle, and Great Newsome each ran their own bars, giving visitors, including Phoenix Lodge members, the chance to chat directly with the people behind the beer.
The range was excellent: refreshing session ales, bold stouts, inventive specials, and a solid cider offering. The festival’s trademark promise held true once again: no session ran out of beer, keeping the atmosphere upbeat from start to finish.
Hull Minster remains one of the most atmospheric festival venues in the country. The combination of historic architecture, warm lighting, and the hum of conversation created a setting that felt both grand and welcoming.
We noted the friendly, community‑driven feel, dogs wandering happily, locals catching up over pints, and live music adding just the right amount of energy without overwhelming the space.
For the Phoenix Lodge members who attended, the 2026 Hull Minster Beer Festival was a thoroughly enjoyable outing, a perfect blend of local craftsmanship, community spirit, and a stunning venue.
The festival continues to set a high bar for what a local beer event can be: warm, well‑organised, and proudly rooted in the region’s brewing culture.