One of the Black Country’s best-loved beer festivals is raising a glass to a major milestone this autumn as the Dudley Winter Ales Fayre celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Returning to Dudley Town Hall from 26 to 28 November, the event will feature more than 70 real ales alongside cider, hot and cold food and live entertainment on the Friday and Saturday.

To mark four decades of the festival, organisers from the Dudley and South Staffordshire branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) are planning a special selection of ruby beers. Gold beers will also be available in recognition of the branch’s 50th anniversary in 2026.

The festival runs from noon to 10pm on Thursday, 11am to 10pm on Friday and 11am to 7pm on Saturday. CAMRA members who book in advance can secure entry and a commemorative festival glass for £3, while non-members pay £7. Admission on Saturday is free for all visitors.

Tickets and further information are available via the Dudley CAMRA website.