Beer and Cider Festival to return this year

The CAMRA Beer and Cider Festival is returning to the Island - for the tenth time.

The event is set to take place at the Villa Marina from Thursday, April 6 to Saturday, April 8.

Last year saw more than  2,200 visitors enjoying a vast array of real ales, ciders, perries and fruit wines.

Tickets will be available in advance from the VillaGaiety box office, the Welcome Centre at the Sea Terminal and on-line, they'll also be available on the day.

For further information you can visit www.iombeerfestival.com or follow the event on Facebook and Twitter.