The festival also features wines and perries, and plenty of entertainment.
Here’s a selection of photographs from in 2012, when Herald photographer Steve Curtis went along to the Winter Garden take pictures of the event.
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Eastbourne Beer Festival 2012 Winter Garden October 6th 2012 E41076N The Major of Eastbourne Cllr Mike Thompson takes part in a real ale tasting fun competition. ENGSUS00120120810150709
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Eastbourne Beer Festival 2012 Winter Garden October 6th 2012 E41079N ENGSUS00120120810150741
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Eastbourne Beer Festival 2012 Winter Garden October 6th 2012 E41080N ENGSUS00120120810150820
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Eastbourne Beer Festival 2012 Winter Garden October 6th 2012 E41081N ENGSUS00120120810150834
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