PREPARATIONS are well under way for the 2019 Worcester Beer Festival, with the main marquee already being built on Pitchcroft.

The event, which runs from Thursday to Saturday, is organised by the city's branch of the Campaign for Real Ale.

Beers, ciders and perries, made by small artisan producers from all over the country, will be on sale, and this year's event also includes a craft world beer bar and speciality gin bar.

Advance tickets for all sessions are available online through TicketSource and from the box office of Worcester Live at Huntingdon Hall.